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Sarpy County awards $1,632,900 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Mary B. Hawkins President | Bellevue University

Mary B. Hawkins President | Bellevue University

Sarpy County's Bellevue University invested $1,632,900 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 6.9% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $1,527,175 in college sports aid.

There were 128 male and 92 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Bellevue University in 2023. Male students received 26.6% 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 Sarpy County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$680,069144
2015$669,983143
2016$746,012145
2017$901,962157
2018$948,300163
2019$1,207,362191
2020$1,193,409194
2021$1,273,026205
2022$1,527,175214
2023$1,632,900220

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