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College students in Lauderdale County received $642,971 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Thomas M. Huebner, Jr., Ph.D. President | Meridian Community College

Thomas M. Huebner, Jr., Ph.D. President | Meridian Community College

Lauderdale County's Meridian Community College invested $642,971 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 5.5% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $680,259 in college sports aid.

There were 111 male and 63 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Meridian Community College in 2023. Male students received 24.8% 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 Lauderdale County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$310,966124
2015$356,026162
2016$401,182186
2017$452,813193
2018$483,441195
2019$498,194167
2020$538,156179
2021$515,962180
2022$680,259190
2023$642,971174

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