Swimming & Diving
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Many of the athletes who emerge from the US collegiate swimming & diving programs often find themselves representing their nations on the grandest stage of all, the Olympic Games. What sets these programs apart is their dedication to shaping world-class athletes and pursuing academic growth.
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Numbers Breakdown
Data were last updated on January 2024
Men's
Div. 1
Div. 2
Teams
137
76
Avg. Roster Size
29
22
% Internationals
14
15
Women's
Div. 1
Div. 2
Teams
200
98
Avg. Roster Size
30
20
% Internationals
14
2
Men's
-
Teams
206
Avg. Roster Size
-
% Internationals
-
Women's
-
Teams
214
Avg. Roster Size
-
% Internationals
-
RepresentedCountries
First-year internationalstudent-athletes
Student-Athletes in Tokyo 2020 Olympics
High Standards
Sport Related
Facilities
Stadiums
Training rooms
Multiple gyms
Personnel
Coaching staff
Medical team
Strength & Conditioning
Technology
Performance analysis gadgets
Video analysis platforms
Treatment
Physical therapy
Recovery equipment
Lifestyle
Promotion
Social media
Interviews
Affiliate marketing
Live coverage
TV channels
Online platforms
Traveling
Accommodation
Meals
Transportation
On-Field Examples
Beatriz Padron
Kalia Antoniou
Karol Ostrowski
Steven Aimable
Off-Field Examples
Kirsty Coventry
Support System
Scholarship
Forms
Athletic
Academic
Financial Aid
Networking
Exposure to
Supportive alumni
Industry leaders
Employment
Opportunities
Coaching Clinics
University Staff
Internships
Graduate Assistant
Post-Graduation
Edge
Competitive Advantage
Proven discipline
Time management
Pressure handling
Support System
Counselors
Assigned by
Athletic Department
University
Study Hall
Athletes only
Studying spaces
Equipment
Tutoring
Provided by the athletic department
1 on 1 tutoring sessions
Homework support
Flexibility
Professors empathize about
Excused absence
Athletic Schedule
Post-Graduation
Timeline
Further education
Masters Degree
PHD
Sport Related
Facilities
Stadiums
Training rooms
Multiple gyms
Personnel
Coaching staff
Medical team
Strength & Conditioning
Technology
Performance analysis gadgets
Video analysis platforms
Treatment
Physical therapy
Recovery equipment
Lifestyle
Promotion
Social media
Interviews
Affiliate marketing
Live coverage
TV channels
Online platforms
Traveling
Accommodation
Meals
Transportation
On-Field Examples
Beatriz Padron
Kalia Antoniou
Karol Ostrowski
Steven Aimable
Off-Field Examples
Kirsty Coventry
Support System
Counselors
Assigned by
Athletic Department
University
Study Hall
Athletes only
Studying spaces
Equipment
Tutoring
Provided by the athletic department
1 on 1 tutoring sessions
Homework support
Flexibility
Professors empathize about
Excused absence
Athletic Schedule
Post-Graduation
Timeline
Further education
Masters Degree
PHD
Support System
Scholarship
Forms
Athletic
Academic
Financial Aid
Networking
Exposure to
Supportive alumni
Industry leaders
Employment
Opportunities
Coaching Clinics
University Staff
Internships
Graduate Assistant
Post-Graduation
Edge
Competitive Advantage
Proven discipline
Time management
Pressure handling
FAQs
Results are a significant factor in offering an athletic scholarship to prospective student-athletes. However, it’s not the sole reason for such a decision. Coaches also look for athletes who are coachable, have a strong work ethic, and are committed to improving their personal and team performance.
Being a multidiscipline specialist in swimming and diving can make a recruit more valuable to a team, as they can potentially compete in a greater number of events, such as the individual medley or the 3-meter dive. This can be particularly attractive to coaches who are looking to maximize their team’s performance in a variety of events.
Coaches look for swimmers and divers who have the right physical attributes for their sport. This includes things like height, weight, body type, and flexibility. For example, taller swimmers may be better suited for longer events, while shorter swimmers may excel in sprinting events.