Barbara A. Farley President | Illinois College
Barbara A. Farley President | Illinois College
This is unchanged compared to the previous year.
There were 268 male and 157 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Illinois College in 2023.
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 Morgan County over 10 Years
| Year | Athletically Related Student Aid | Student-athletes Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $0 | 392 |
| 2015 | $0 | 354 |
| 2016 | $0 | 345 |
| 2017 | $0 | 371 |
| 2018 | $0 | 365 |
| 2019 | $0 | 382 |
| 2020 | $0 | 408 |
| 2021 | $0 | 388 |
| 2022 | $0 | 440 |
| 2023 | $0 | 425 |
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