Dr. Patricia Lynott Interim President of Rockford University | Rockford University
Dr. Patricia Lynott Interim President of Rockford University | Rockford University
The county’s universities were represented by 287 men and 151 women who played for one or more sports teams in 2022. This does not include students playing intramural sports.
Most of Winnebago County students (279) played for Rockford University during this period.
Winnebago County did not provide any athletically related financial aid in 2022.
Data shows that soccer was the most popular sport played, followed by football, and baseball.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford University | 899 | 279 | 3.2 |
| Rock Valley College | 2,052 | 159 | 12.9 |
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