Clifton \"Clif\" M. Smart III, President | Missouri State University-West Plains
Clifton \"Clif\" M. Smart III, President | Missouri State University-West Plains
This is a 46.3% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $410,639 in college sports aid.
There were 17 male and 32 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Missouri State University-West Plains 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.
| Year | Athletically Related Student Aid | Student-athletes Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $408,396 | 30 |
| 2015 | $390,975 | 28 |
| 2016 | $385,809 | 28 |
| 2017 | $334,290 | 28 |
| 2018 | $299,334 | 24 |
| 2019 | $399,965 | 29 |
| 2020 | $369,038 | 28 |
| 2021 | $375,320 | 28 |
| 2022 | $410,639 | 32 |
| 2023 | $220,603 | 49 |
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