College track & field is a distinctive pursuit, where personal achievement takes center stage while being intertwined with the values of teamwork. Athletes are encouraged to balance their rigorous training schedules with their academic responsibilities, and this dual commitment to excellence sets the stage for a bright and promising future.
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Numbers Breakdown
Data were last updated on January 2024
Men's
Div. 1
Div. 2
Teams
250
200
Avg. Roster Size
39
34
% Internationals
9
4
Women's
Div. 1
Div. 2
Teams
338
300
Avg. Roster Size
40
30
% Internationals
11
4
Men's
-
Teams
-
Avg. Roster Size
-
% Internationals
-
Women's
-
Teams
-
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
GPS Systems
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
Armand Duplantis
Denzel Comenentia
Marta Pen Freitas
Off-Field Examples
Tim Cook
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
GPS Systems
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
Armand Duplantis
Denzel Comenentia
Marta Pen Freitas
Off-Field Examples
Tim Cook
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
December – March Indoor season
This usually begins in December or January and lasts until early March. During this period, teams compete in indoor meets and invitationals, with a focus on shorter distance events such as sprints, hurdles, and relays, as well as jumps and throws.
March – June Outdoor season
This usually begins in March or April and lasts until June. During this period, teams compete in outdoor meets and invitationals, with a focus on long-distance events such as middle-distance and distance running, as well as additional events like the steeplechase and the 10,000 meters. The outdoor season culminates with conference championship meets, regional championship meets, and the NCAA championship if your team qualifies.