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Pinal County awards $781,935 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Jacquelyn Elliott, President/CEO | Central Arizona College

Dr. Jacquelyn Elliott, President/CEO | Central Arizona College

Pinal County's Central Arizona College invested $781,935 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 5.9% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $738,404 in college sports aid.

There were 108 male and 67 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Central Arizona College in 2023. Male students received 42.7% 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 Pinal County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$861,758164
2015$824,853181
2016$830,510182
2017$886,749215
2018$820,210188
2019$833,985170
2020$777,151171
2021$672,347143
2022$738,404162
2023$781,935175

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