In 2022, 24.1% of Washington County students played sports on collegiate teams, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
The county’s only university was represented by 401 men and 174 women who played for one or more sports teams in 2022. This does not include students playing intramural sports.
Washington County did not provide any athletically related financial aid in 2022.
Data shows that football was the most popular sport played, followed by lacrosse, and ice hockey.
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.
Number of Students on Collegiate Teams in Washington County in 2022
| Institution | Total Enrollment | Student-athletes Enrollment | Student-athletes ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich University | 2,385 | 575 | 4.1 |
