President James P. Clements, Ph.D. | Clemson University
President James P. Clements, Ph.D. | Clemson University
The county’s universities were represented by 329 men and 271 women who played for one or more sports teams in 2022. This does not include students playing intramural sports.
Most of Pickens County students (502) played for Clemson University during this period.
Pickens County paid a total of $15,626,988 in athletically-related financial aid during 2022.
Data shows that football was the most popular sport played, followed by rowing, and soccer.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University | 20,834 | 502 | 41.5 |
| Southern Wesleyan University | 718 | 98 | 7.3 |
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