The Benefits Of A College Athlete

College sports have a big market on the major school levels. These major schools can bring in 30 to 40 million dollars per year to the school through the athletic programs. The players get none of this share of money even though they are the ones who have to put themselves at risk during these tough games that provide the school profit. You may say that these college athletes are getting a free education at their choice of university but some many say they should get paid. Today as much money that runs in and out of these schools there is a huge controversy to whether or not these student athletes should get rewarded for their hard work on and off the

If they got a scholarship their school is already paid for saving them a lot of money; (http://www.debate.org/opinions/should-college-athletes-be-paid) they should only be paid for autographs. college Athletes receive plenty of other gratuities. "In my opinion, college athletes do not deserve to be paid for playing sports. They receive lots of money in scholarships and don't have to pay anything for college. There is no doubt that these athletes do wonders in monetary numbers for their schools, but if they were to be paid, then they would have to pay the kids that walk on to the team as well." (http://www.debate.org/opinions/should-college-athletes-be-paid)

Whether or not student-athletes should be paid has been a hotly debated topic since the 1900s. College athletes spend just as much time, if not more time, practicing and devoting time and energy to sports as they do academics. For this, many athletes are rewarded with scholarship money. However, many people believe it is not enough. Should we pay student-athletes a slice of the wealth or is a full-ride scholarship enough? (Business Insider). What if the athlete gets injured? Where does the money come out of to support each athlete’s salary? The huge amount of money being generated from college sports has led some people to think that the athletes are entitled to some of that revenue. While, some think that student-athletes should be paid, others disagree for various reasons.

Most people don’t know that college athletes are already getting paid in different ways than just direct money. "A student athlete at a major conference school on a full scholarship is likely receiving a package of education, room, board, and coaching/training worth between $50,000 and $125,000 per year depending on their sport and whether they attend public or private university"(Dorfman). These athletes get training and coaching for free that professionals pay $2,000-$3,000 per week for. They also receive free schooling if they received scholarships from the school. They can also have free room which means the athletes don’t have to pay for their houses. The average college student pays $20,000 in tuition that these athletes get

Free education is a huge factor as to why they should not be paid. Research shows that “College athletes don't have to worry about student loans, paying for textbooks, the cost of on living and meal plans.” (Source B) Which can add up to a substantial amount. I would say they get free education, in return they represent the school in sports.

The first reason college athletes need pay is because they have a lot of bills. Daily needs like food, clothes, soap, etc.Bills most students have them phone bills, Cable, Wifi,Gas,Transportation list goes on and on. School supplies like textbooks, pencils,notebooks,backpacks,and folders!¨ At the end of the day these are just regular, broke college kids so of course any offer of money to buy clothes or go out would be an easy choice, especially when it's free! If a student on a music scholarship accepted any money or gifts, no one would notice, or care¨Students athletes need to get paid in college it's a must.Being a college athlete is pretty much a Job!

College athletes should not be paid. “ They argue that the main purpose of going to college is to get a education, not to make money” (“Should college”...1). College is not a job, it is a place to learn. Also many college athletes receive scholarships to attend that school. “The value of the scholarships athletes receive during four years of college can be well over $250,000” (Weiss et al.1). Therefore, athletes

Their scholarships are somewhat paid for if not given a full ride for free. So some people think that they need to get paid a salary for playing like a contract in the NFL. My point is that they don't need more free money shoveled right to them. Rick Burton (Professor of Sports management at Syracuse University) when asked if college athletes should receive pay “No but College athletes are already payed with their education” (U.S News Opinion)

People are debating many controversial issues around the world today. One controversial issue is whether or not college athletes should be paid or not. Many argue college athletes should be paid although others argue why they should not be paid. Some people believe that a scholarship should be enough payment. A scholarship can be worth $15,000 - $25,000 or more per year, plus millions if the athlete goes on to play in professional leagues. Student athletes also receive all kinds of benefits while they are in college, like staying at fancy hotels, living in the best residence halls, being seen on national television, and all of the popularity that goes with being a star athlete. It’s hard to put a price tag on all of that. I believe student

If athletes are getting paid to go to school, in scholarship and they don’t take schooling serious is frustrating. Some may say sports are far more important than their education. Some just go to college to play their sport, and some go to better their lives. There are some athletes that could care less about their education as long as they get to play and receive their scholarship. According to Sean Gregory, “Paying players could make even more of a mockery of education.

Student athletes commonly go to school for one reason: their love for the sport they participate in. These student athletes get scholarships from large Division 1 schools, which means things such as schooling, board, and food will be paid for by the school so the student athletes do not have to pay for these benefits themselves (Patterson). If college athletes are to be paid, it will cause unfair compensation between players who are valued or played more than others. When student athletes are rewarded with a scholarship, they have nothing school related that they would need to pay for. This can lead them to blow all of their income on unnecessary or dangerous things such as drugs and alcohol which could get them removed from the team they

Division three athletics may not be what most power hungry athletes strive to play in, however, for those that seek a rich academic career while playing collegiate sports, division three may be the place to achieve that. Division three athletes have the opportunity to focus more on academics while not being pressured by athletics, such as having more time throughout the week to study and more leniency when it comes to completing homework. Furthermore, athletes have the chance to interact more often with the rest of the student body as well as enjoy a life outside of sports. To continue, this experience may not be accomplished if improper standards are met. Wesleyan College has issues funding athletics, along with identity/participation

Most high school athletes desire to be a college athlete. Just last year I was one of those high school athletes hoping to play college golf somewhere. I visited a few schools, some where big schools were I knew I would not play golf, and some small schools where I have the chance to be a college athlete. It was in this whole process that God had a plan for my life, and he was leading me here to Louisiana College. In my time of playing golf at Azle High School I got my letter jacket my freshman year because I was good enough to go play in the district tournament. It was such an honor to be able to play in the district tournament as a freshman. I went to the district tournament all four years of high school. Those memories are memories that

Attending college is not only a chance for students to further their education, but it also allows them to experience the lessons life has to offer. One of the hardest lessons to learn is how unfair life can be. Students who work diligently to achieve academic success in the classroom may quickly realize their academic efforts do not “pay off” as much as the student-athlete who possesses the ability to kick a football fifty yards. There is an evident failure in the educational system when the student-athlete’s performance and how they contribute to a winning season, is more valuable to the university, than the academic student who strives to graduate with honors. Students who focus their efforts on an academic based education are not

It is common knowledge that exercise is good for you mentally, physically, and emotionally; however, do we really know the extent of the benefits that come from physical activity? As a student-athlete, I can personally say that playing softball motivates me on a regular basis to do well in school. Softball allows for opportunities that I would not have without playing sports, such as a solid friend group, a chance to make memories in high school other than being stuck in a classroom, and to stay in shape and be happy with my health. Student-athletes are more likely to succeed in school and life than regular students are because they not only play the sport, they also learn to be people..