Dr. Andrew “Andy” Feinstein President of the University of Northern Colorado | University of Northern Colorado
Dr. Andrew “Andy” Feinstein President of the University of Northern Colorado | University of Northern Colorado
This is an 8.9% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $5,894,595 in college sports aid.
There were 214 male and 158 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing University of Northern Colorado in 2023. Male students received 6% 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.
| Year | Athletically Related Student Aid | Student-athletes Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $4,387,805 | 379 |
| 2015 | $4,423,151 | 344 |
| 2016 | $4,668,997 | 399 |
| 2017 | $4,954,158 | 386 |
| 2018 | $5,216,558 | 402 |
| 2019 | $5,232,862 | 414 |
| 2020 | $5,381,031 | 381 |
| 2021 | $5,600,534 | 261 |
| 2022 | $5,894,595 | 370 |
| 2023 | $6,420,407 | 372 |
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