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College students in Wilson County received $6,890,125 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Paul Stumb President | Cumberland University

Dr. Paul Stumb President | Cumberland University

Wilson County's Cumberland University invested $6,890,125 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is an 11.6% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $6,174,655 in college sports aid.

There were 138 male and 138 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Cumberland University in 2023. Male students received 112.5% 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 Wilson County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$5,354,754260
2015$3,214,109273
2016$2,077,821271
2017$6,373,030296
2018$4,103,097302
2019$4,211,398322
2020$5,187,500508
2021$6,201,168358
2022$6,174,655380
2023$6,890,125276

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