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Okaloosa County awards $892,698 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Devin Stephenson President | Northwest Florida State College

Dr. Devin Stephenson President | Northwest Florida State College

Okaloosa County's Northwest Florida State College invested $892,698 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 141.3% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $369,909 in college sports aid.

There were 41 male and 34 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Northwest Florida State College in 2023. Male students received 26.5% less 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 Okaloosa County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$809,04369
2015$788,04566
2016$756,23570
2017$784,29170
2018$784,29164
2019$819,87865
2020$673,08768
2021$598,10371
2022$369,90971
2023$892,69875

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