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What makes student-athletes so special that a website would be dedicated to the hiring of these individuals? For years, collegiate athletes have outperformed the general population making them a truly unique and diverse demographic. Over the last 20 years, Student-athletes have achieved a higher graduation rate compared to the general population climbing to an all-time high of 77 percent compared to the 61 percent for non-athletes. Source- ncaa.org.
Research has also indicated that a higher percentage of student-athletes than non-athletes have earned a master's, or doctoral degrees by six years after they were expected to complete college. Henderson et al. (2006) The Journal of Human Resources Student-athletes have also outperformed the general population in the work force as well. Once student-athletes are done competing in collegiate athletics, they turn their attention to the workforce earning up to a 9% average wage premium in business, manual labor, and military careers. Listed below are some of the key characteristics and skills that set athletes apart known as The Champions’ Trophy. Henderson et al. (2006) The Journal of Human Resources
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