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College students in Cape Girardeau County received $3,851,248 in athletically-related financial aid in 2023

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Dr. Carlos Vargas President | Southeast Missouri State University

Dr. Carlos Vargas President | Southeast Missouri State University

Cape Girardeau County's Southeast Missouri State University invested $3,851,248 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 2.3% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $3,762,886 in college sports aid.

There were 219 male and 151 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Southeast Missouri State University in 2023. Male students received 4.8% 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 Cape Girardeau County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$3,236,411323
2015$3,227,943336
2016$2,990,710337
2017$3,243,074365
2018$3,190,838367
2019$3,204,768345
2020$3,206,945335
2021$3,616,558352
2022$3,762,886327
2023$3,851,248370

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