President Fred Clark | Bridgewater State University
President Fred Clark | Bridgewater State University
The county’s universities were represented by 344 men and 249 women who played for one or more sports teams in 2022. This does not include students playing intramural sports.
Most of Plymouth County students (514) played for Bridgewater State University during this period.
Plymouth County paid a total of $8,400 in athletically-related financial aid during 2022.
Data shows that football was the most popular sport played, followed by soccer, track and field.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater State University | 6,496 | 514 | 12.6 |
| Massasoit Community College | 1,734 | 79 | 21.9 |
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