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Dakota County awards $85,600 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Michael Berndt President | Dakota County Technical College

Michael Berndt President | Dakota County Technical College

Dakota County's Dakota County Technical College invested $85,600 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 1.2% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $84,550 in college sports aid.

There were 62 male and 35 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Dakota County Technical College in 2023. Male students received 47.9% 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 Dakota County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$92,750122
2015$102,000122
2016$93,125123
2017$75,75092
2018$81,750118
2019$103,675115
2020$94,500101
2021$88,950107
2022$84,55099
2023$85,60097

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