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Brazoria County awards $166,594 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Robert Exley President | Alvin Community College

Dr. Robert Exley President | Alvin Community College

Brazoria County's Alvin Community College invested $166,594 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 19.6% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $207,322 in college sports aid.

There were 58 male and 22 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Alvin Community College in 2023. Male students received 65% 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 Brazoria County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$137,16277
2015$150,23592
2016$153,39398
2017$146,52259
2018$156,26677
2019$180,06298
2020$227,25383
2021$244,00183
2022$207,32280
2023$166,59480

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