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College students in Hertford County received $2,805,263 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Charles Taylor President | Chowan University

Charles Taylor President | Chowan University

Hertford County's Chowan University invested $2,805,263 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 7.4% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $2,611,593 in college sports aid.

There were 330 male and 152 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Chowan University in 2023. Male students received 24.9% 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 Hertford County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$1,680,218310
2015$2,038,065358
2016$2,487,027342
2017$2,881,759380
2018$2,966,791392
2019$2,624,632424
2020$2,759,956459
2021$2,676,922292
2022$2,611,593440
2023$2,805,263482

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