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August 28, 2008 6:23:29 PM CDT


Stories related to: athletic scholarships

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  • March 2008
    • College Sports Don't Pay Off

      College Sports Don't Pay Off

      (Newser) - Parents believe sports are their kids' golden ticket to college, but athletic scholarships rarely cover full tuition—and there aren't enough to go around. Football and basketball do pay off, but otherwise the average NCAA scholarship is worth $8,707, at schools that can cost up to $50,000 a year. Plus, the sacrifices demanded of a student athlete aren't always worth the free ride. More »

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  • February 2008

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