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Bay County awards $971,951 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Glen McDonald President | Gulf Coast State College

Glen McDonald President | Gulf Coast State College

Bay County's Gulf Coast State College invested $971,951 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 2.1% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $992,682 in college sports aid.

There were 35 male and 44 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Gulf Coast State College in 2023. Male students received 2.9% 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 Bay County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$629,20475
2015$1,031,33380
2016$1,006,36278
2017$972,79477
2018$1,001,46769
2019$911,79977
2020$1,000,97179
2021$967,63381
2022$992,68275
2023$971,95179

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