Haley and Hanna Cavinder, who played college basketball for the Miami Hurricanes, were among the first student-athletes to sign major deals over their name, image and likeness.

A lot has changed since college athletes began earning compensation in 2021.

A small percentage have become rich due to their talent and marketability. The vast majority, however, have earned much more modest additional income, if any at all.

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