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Coahoma County awards $582,272 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Valmadge T. Towner President | Coahoma Community College

Valmadge T. Towner President | Coahoma Community College

Coahoma County's Coahoma Community College invested $582,272 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 4% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $606,812 in college sports aid.

There were 117 male and 27 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Coahoma Community College in 2023. Male students received 48.6% more 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 Coahoma County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$379,732123
2015$432,548145
2016$431,941144
2017$499,722148
2018$459,825143
2019$515,879161
2020$454,850149
2021$583,556170
2022$606,812172
2023$582,272144

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