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College students in Marion County received $1,145,060 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Robert J. Matz President | Hannibal-Lagrange University

Dr. Robert J. Matz President | Hannibal-Lagrange University

Marion County's Hannibal-LaGrange University invested $1,145,060 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 13.8% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $1,328,053 in college sports aid.

There were 121 male and 67 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Hannibal-LaGrange University in 2023. Male students received 2.8% 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 Marion County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$1,438,540214
2015$1,268,815221
2016$1,107,655181
2017$1,090,532215
2018$1,364,940213
2019$1,275,390200
2020$1,395,700190
2021$1,165,600187
2022$1,328,053260
2023$1,145,060188

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