Many still seem to believe that a "free" education is more than enough, when in reality, few players benefit from free education. While every student has the potential to earn financial aid and scholarships, athletes are also capable of receiving athletic money. Today, the majority of athletes play without an athletic scholarship or partial scholarship, in addition to other academic grants and grants. To non-athletes this may seem unfair, but look at the bigger picture. These athletes spend much of their time in the gym, on the practice field, and even in the trainer's room dealing with injuries on a daily basis. It's extremely difficult to simultaneously manage school, sports, and life itself, let alone find time to earn money while working at the same time. When trying to juggle a busy schedule, it's easy to forget important things or, at the very least, one's effectiveness is hampered, weakening the ability to succeed. There is also a lot of stress and anxiety that comes with gambling. In fact, there is a field of psychology specifically designed for athletes and their mental deprivation. Mental disorders and lack of free time definitely prevent athletes from achieving as much as they can academically. Conversely, non-athletes have much more time, allowing them to study and work at younger ages. While athletic scholarships certainly help these athletes attend schools with inflated tuition, it is by no means enough for many college athletes. Unfortunately, it is a sad fact that many of these talented players do not receive degrees in either their chosen field or simply their chosen field. in general. The NCAA began recording student graduation rates-a...... middle of paper ......, quotes, photos. 2012. Internet. May 2, 2014.Emmert, Mark. “Paying college athletes is a terrible idea.” Wall Street Journal, Eastern Edition ed. January 11, 2012. ProQuest. Internet. May 2, 2014.Hosick, Michelle B. “Division I Student-Athletes Show Progress in Graduation Success Rate.” »NCAA.com. October 24, 2013. The web. May 3, 2014. Kane, Dan. "Former UNC player Michael McAdoo ties counselors to no-show classes." Charlotte News Panthers Bobcats Sports Banking. January 16, 2014. The web. May 02, 2014. Lewis, Jason. “Paying college athletes is nothing but trouble.” Sentinel. July 2, 2010. ProQuest. Internet. May 3, 2014. Salomon, Jon. “Alabama reports $143.4 million in athletic revenue, up 16% from the previous year.” Alabama. October 22, 2013. The web. May 2, 2014. Strauss, Ben and Steve Eder. “College players have the right to form a union.” The New York Times, March 26, 2014. Web May 3. 2014.