Dr. Jerry King, Paris Junior College Interim President | Paris Junior College
Dr. Jerry King, Paris Junior College Interim President | Paris Junior College
This is a 2.3% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $737,760 in college sports aid.
There were 76 male and 54 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Paris Junior College in 2023. Male students received the same amount of financial aid on average as 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.
| Year | Athletically Related Student Aid | Student-athletes Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $681,744 | 143 |
| 2015 | $671,840 | 139 |
| 2016 | $734,400 | 155 |
| 2017 | $664,700 | 111 |
| 2018 | $698,400 | 132 |
| 2019 | $701,200 | 139 |
| 2020 | $720,320 | 132 |
| 2021 | $731,040 | 124 |
| 2022 | $737,760 | 132 |
| 2023 | $754,720 | 130 |
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