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College students in Houston County received $199,003 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Ivan H. Allen, Ed.D. President | Central Georgia Technical College

Ivan H. Allen, Ed.D. President | Central Georgia Technical College

Houston County's Central Georgia Technical College invested $199,003 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is an 8.5% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $183,407 in college sports aid.

There were 11 male and 13 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Central Georgia Technical College in 2023. Male students received 33.3% 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 Houston County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$139,32431
2015$138,32934
2016$185,61433
2017$177,60030
2018$178,87031
2019$177,39123
2020$186,51235
2021$174,29235
2022$183,40735
2023$199,00324

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