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By Grant Anger, Swimming World College Intern<\/em><\/p>\n

Most swimmers don’t continue to compete in college after high school for a variety of reasons. Maybe they weren’t\u00a0recruited or think they are too slow. The average high school swimmer believes that if they are not top five at a state meet, no college would want them.<\/p>\n

This couldn’t be further from the truth! College teams simply want athletes who are great fits for their program. NCAA Division III schools offer a unique opportunity for future\u00a0student-athletes. Here are a few reasons why you should swim at an NCAA Division III school.<\/p>\n

You are More Than an Athlete<\/h3>\n
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Photo Courtesy: Josh Dobson<\/p><\/div>\n

The biggest reason to swim Division III is that athletics do not become your whole life. Sure, you are part of the swim team, but you can be much more than that. Clubs, other sports and volunteering opportunities are available with a less demanding schedule.<\/p>\n

You can pursue other passions that are completely different from swimming and even try out new ones. Division III programs allow students to discover new interests. It isn’t uncommon to have multi-sport athletes or swimmers who study abroad for a year. These experiences help educate and shape students into well-rounded people with a wide variety of interests and opportunities.<\/p>\n

Prioritizing Academics<\/h3>\n
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Photo Courtesy: Baruch College<\/p><\/div>\n

Going to a Division III institution means that you are a student first, athlete second. While a tiny percentage of Division III athletes turn pro, most move into the working professional world after graduation. While swimming is a large part of your life, your education takes first priority while you are at school. The less intensive schedule allows for more time to do research with professors or take internships in the professional world.<\/p>\n

Swimming is Swimming, No Matter the Level<\/h3>\n
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Photo Courtesy: Linda Striggo<\/p><\/div>\n

Swimming Division III is still the sport we all love, just less intense than Division I counterparts. Training for five months and getting to race to your goals still feels just as good at any level of competition. Even with fewer demands, most Division III programs have 6 a.m. lifting sessions and lactate sets that bring tears to the goggles.<\/p>\n

Training trips, travel opportunities and sweet team gear still exists at the Division III level, and some rivalries carry the excitement and thrill of watching a Division I Championship.<\/p>\n

Coaches Want You<\/h3>\n
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Photo Courtesy: Aaron M. Sprecher; Kenyon Athletics<\/p><\/div>\n

If you want to swim in college, there is a spot for you somewhere. College teams want swimmers with potential and\u00a0 love for the sport. Just because you have never made a state final doesn’t mean you can’t develop as an athlete and person in college. While Division III schools are typically considered the slowest, several powerhouse teams (such as Emory University, Kenyon College and Denison College) out-perform swimmers from higher divisions.<\/p>\n

You Have Teammates for Life<\/h3>\n
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Photo Courtesy: Lisa Minnis<\/p><\/div>\n

Competing on a college swim team is an unforgettable experience. You are immediately welcomed into a group of people where you are accepted on your first day of college. Your teammates are there to push and support you just the way they did in high school. Having that group makes the transition into college so much more comfortable and worthwhile. At any division, you will find friends for life.<\/p>\n

When looking at colleges and universities, don’t be afraid to go small – you just might find what you’re looking for! The Division III format allows for you to experience more than just swimming in college while maintaining a high level of competition.<\/p>\n

All commentaries are the opinion of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Swimming World Magazine nor its staff.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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