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College students in Malheur County received $454,457 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dana Young President | Treasure Valley Community College

Dana Young President | Treasure Valley Community College

Malheur County's Treasure Valley Community College invested $454,457 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is an 18.5% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $383,521 in college sports aid.

There were 135 male and 88 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Treasure Valley Community College in 2023. Male students received 32.2% 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 Malheur County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$400,183196
2015$447,723218
2016$409,918232
2017$421,231220
2018$412,696199
2019$435,306214
2020$397,787223
2021$393,356260
2022$383,521235
2023$454,457223

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