Glynis A. Fitzgerald, President | Alvernia University
Glynis A. Fitzgerald, President | Alvernia University
The county’s universities were represented by 830 men and 652 women who played for one or more sports teams in 2022. This does not include students playing intramural sports.
The largest number of students per institution in Berks County (550) played for Alvernia University during this period.
Berks County paid a total of $954,951 in athletically-related financial aid during 2022.
Data shows that football was the most popular sport played, followed by soccer, and lacrosse.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvernia University | 1,641 | 550 | 3.0 |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania | 6,044 | 494 | 12.2 |
| Albright College | 1,309 | 438 | 3.0 |
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