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Upshur County awards $1,481,257 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. James Moore West Virginia Wesleyan College President | West Virginia Wesleyan College

Dr. James Moore West Virginia Wesleyan College President | West Virginia Wesleyan College

Upshur County's West Virginia Wesleyan College invested $1,481,257 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 39.6% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $2,452,183 in college sports aid.

There were 285 male and 197 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing West Virginia Wesleyan College in 2023. Male students received 8.4% 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 Upshur County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$2,552,256551
2015$2,828,781584
2016$3,096,188584
2017$3,275,872597
2018$3,505,692569
2019$3,524,023555
2020$2,705,243521
2021$2,169,720479
2022$2,452,183503
2023$1,481,257482

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