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Somerset County awards $34,143 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Michael J. McDonough, President | Raritan Valley Community College

Dr. Michael J. McDonough, President | Raritan Valley Community College

Somerset County's Raritan Valley Community College invested $34,143 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 26% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $46,120 in college sports aid.

There were 63 male and 36 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Raritan Valley Community College in 2023. Male students received 17.7% 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 Somerset County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$8,50076
2015$9,90097
2016$19,266111
2017$51,729123
2018$38,28591
2019$27,77983
2020$65,031106
2021$45,62665
2022$46,12091
2023$34,14399

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