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Moore County awards $371,971 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Michael Torrence, Ph.D. President | Motlow State Community College

Michael Torrence, Ph.D. President | Motlow State Community College

Moore County's Motlow State Community College invested $371,971 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 15.6% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $321,711 in college sports aid.

There were 47 male and 47 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Motlow State Community College in 2023. Male students received 18.2% less financial aid on average than female students.

Male students who play basketball generally receive the most in financial aid, followed closely by football players. Female students playing ice hockey often receive the most in financial aid.

Only a small percentage of college expenses are typically covered by athletic scholarships, and only for a select few students.

A study found that 71% of student athletes participated in sports to earn a college scholarship.

Financial aid for College Sports in Moore County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$265,84566
2015$261,57563
2016$270,98376
2017$252,33571
2018$397,46192
2019$287,493105
2020$311,36684
2021$253,02879
2022$321,71195
2023$371,97194

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