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Ada County awards $9,638,966 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Marlene Tromp President | Boise State University

Dr. Marlene Tromp President | Boise State University

Ada County's Boise State University invested $9,638,966 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 0.2% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $9,618,415 in college sports aid.

There were 175 male and 185 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Boise State University in 2023. Male students received 24.1% 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 Ada County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$3,732,962411
2015$4,156,308391
2016$4,813,464401
2017$5,124,699393
2018$5,286,472389
2019$8,315,254391
2020$8,475,720399
2021$8,414,215344
2022$9,618,415360
2023$9,638,966360

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