Lisa C. Freeman, D.V.M., Ph.D. President | Northern Illinois University
Lisa C. Freeman, D.V.M., Ph.D. President | Northern Illinois University
The county’s universities were represented by 337 men and 190 women who played for one or more sports teams in 2022. This does not include students playing intramural sports.
Most of DeKalb County students (389) played for Northern Illinois University during this period.
DeKalb County paid a total of $6,767,265 in athletically-related financial aid during 2022.
Data shows that football was the most popular sport played, followed by soccer, and baseball.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois University | 9,994 | 389 | 25.7 |
| Kishwaukee College | 851 | 138 | 6.2 |
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