In 2022, 4.4% of Union County students played sports on collegiate teams, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
The county’s universities were represented by 316 men and 198 women who played for one or more sports teams in 2022. This does not include students playing intramural sports.
Most of Union County students (354) played for Kean University during this period.
Union County paid a total of $98,721 in athletically-related financial aid during 2022.
Data shows that soccer was the most popular sport played, followed by football, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kean University | 8,304 | 354 | 23.5 |
| Union County College | 3,456 | 160 | 21.6 |
