Dr. Richard H. Linton President | Kansas State University
Dr. Richard H. Linton President | Kansas State University
The county’s universities were represented by 293 men and 217 women who played for one or more sports teams in 2022. This does not include students playing intramural sports.
Most of Riley County students (444) played for Kansas State University during this period.
Riley County paid a total of $10,070,220 in athletically-related financial aid during 2022.
Data shows that football was the most popular sport played, followed by rowing, and 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.
| Institution | Total Enrollment | Student-athletes Enrollment | Student-athletes ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas State University | 13,906 | 444 | 31.3 |
| Manhattan Christian College | 129 | 66 | 2.0 |
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