The county’s only university was represented by 212 men and 114 women who played for one or more sports teams in 2022. This does not include students playing intramural sports.
Claiborne County paid a total of $2,870,636 in athletically-related financial aid during 2022.
Data shows that football was the most popular sport played, followed by track and field, basketball.
Students who play sports often have higher graduation rates than non-athletes. More female than male athletes graduate.
The average institutional gift aid for student-athletes is $17,000, with 80% of them receive some kind of academic grant or need-based scholarship.
Number of Students on Collegiate Teams in Claiborne County in 2022
| Institution | Total Enrollment | Student-athletes Enrollment | Student-athletes ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcorn State University | 2,131 | 326 | 6.5 |
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