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Natrona County awards $1,507,369 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Darren Divine President and CEO | Casper College

Dr. Darren Divine President and CEO | Casper College

Natrona County's Casper College invested $1,507,369 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 9.8% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $1,372,585 in college sports aid.

There were 79 male and 67 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Casper College in 2023. Male students received 0.4% 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 Natrona County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$556,27879
2015$587,39487
2016$640,35693
2017$699,90871
2018$673,54877
2019$719,71880
2020$743,86381
2021$1,654,706101
2022$1,372,585125
2023$1,507,369146

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