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Discover the benefits of swimming scholarships. Dedicate time to swimming while earning a college degree in the US!
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Keystone Sports consists of eight leading college sports placement agencies dedicated to helping international students secure sports scholarships in the US and Canada. Are you a swimmer, dreaming of studying in the US on a swimming scholarship? Keystone Sports specializes in turning swimmers like you into successful student-athletes in America! Â
Application
Fill out the form and get a free evaluation of your chances by our experts
Signing
Contract with Keystone Sports and a customized college action plan
Preparation
Test prep and grade evaluation, college admission profile, choosing college and division
Plannning
Visa, travel arrangements, and assistance with the application process
Support
Ongoing college support and assistance
See our step-by-step guide of the process, from the first free assessment to enrolled student-athlete.
Swimming scholarships:
Compete in college swimming & study in the US
Swimming scholarships in the US enable you to enjoy the perfect mix of college swimming and college studies, with financial aid and support. Â
College swimming is an excellent path for international swimmers to improve their skills while securing a recognized degree. College sports and sports scholarships in the US offer an unbeatable opportunity for international students: higher education and sports. Enjoy daily practice to enhance your skills and compete against other top swimmers across the country! Â
Top 5 of our swimmers studying in the US:
Rafael Miroslaw
Indiana University
Emil Hassling
Louisiana State University
Luis Dominguez
Virginia Tech
Ines Sancho
Northwestern University
Emma Sundstrand
University of Miami
What is College Swimming?
College swimming is when you swim competitively for a college while working towards your degree. You’ll be part of a college swim team, use their training facilities, and compete against other schools. In addition to the support of available college swimming scholarships, college swimming gives you access to professionals and swimming coaches, ready to assist you both during and after your studies.Â
This blend of sports and academics is a special feature of the U.S. college system, offering a unique chance for athletes to pursue both athletic and educational goals – with the chance of receiving financial support to cover the costs! Â
What Does a College Swimming Scholarship Cover?
A swimming scholarship is a financial grant designed to help collegiate swimmers cover some or all of the costs associated with attending college. These costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA), include tuition, housing, board, and other academic fees. Â
By receiving a swimming scholarship, you can significantly reduce your financial burden and focus on your studies and your sport. Because swimming scholarships do not only help covering the academic costs, but also the expenses related to your sport. This may include equipment, competitions and other costs. Â
Women's College Swimming Scholarships
Women’s college swimming is one of the most popular college sports in the U.S. There are over 600 college swimming programs across the NCAA, with more than 150 women’s swimming programs in the NAIA.Â
In the NCAA, scholarship offerings vary by division. Division I college swimming programs can offer up to 14 scholarships, while Division II programs can provide up to 8.1 scholarships for women’s college swimming teams. The NAIA, with its different regulations, allows for up to 8 scholarships per swim team. These figures represent the maximum number of full rides (fully funded scholarships), but coaches often allocate partial scholarships to support a larger number of swimmers on the team.Â
Men’s College Swimming Scholarships
There are more than 500 men’s college swimming programs in the NCAA and over 100 in the NAIA. While both the NCAA and NAIA govern collegiate sports, they operate as separate associations with distinct rules and regulations.Â
In the NCAA, scholarship offerings vary by division. Division I swimming programs can provide up to 9.9 scholarships, while Division II programs are capped at 8.1 scholarships for men’s college swimming teams. The NAIA, as a different governing body, allows for up to 8 scholarships per team. These numbers represent the maximum amount of full scholarships, but coaches often divide them into partial scholarships to extend financial support to a greater number of swimmers on the roster.Â
5 Pro Swimmers who are Former College Athletes
Swimming is one of the most difficult sports to progress to professional level. Thanks to colleges with swimming scholarships and facilities on campus, you get the right conditions to progress as a swimmer.Â
Here are some of the most well-known swimmers with impressive track records at the highest level who were once student-athletes:Â
Katie Ledecky
Stanford University
Michael Phelps
University of Michigan
Ryan Lochte
University of Florida
Missy Franklin
University of California, Berkeley
Kelsi Worrell
University of Louisville
College swimming offers opportunities for athletes of all levels. With the various divisions and a wide range of available swimming programs in America, you have the flexibility to choose the path that aligns with your goals. Whether you’re interested in continuing to swim alongside your university studies or taking the next step to a professional career, college swimming helps a strong foundation.Â
A Day in Life as a Student on a Swimming Scholarship  
College swimming season is typically from late September or early October, until March. You will travel to other cities or states to compete. Your professors will help you adjust your assignments and exams accordingly so you don’t fall behind. Being a student-athlete is all about balancing sports and school.
6:00 AMÂ
Start the day with a practice session designed to fit all team members’ schedules.Â
9:00 AM – 2:00 PMÂ
After practice, it’s time for school just like any other college student. Attend classes, engage in lectures, complete assignments, and study for upcoming exams. Balancing studying with coursework to keep up with both athletic and academic responsibilities is a key strength of student-athletes!Â
3:00 PM – 5:00 PMÂ
In the afternoon, you may have another practice or workout session with your swim team.Â
6:00 PM – 10:00 PMÂ
Evenings are usually dedicated to enjoying dinner, often with teammates, followed by study time to catch up on schoolwork. Wind down with some relaxation or light activities before heading to bed to recharge for the next day.Â
UNIVERSITIES
UNIVERSITIES
UNIVERSITIES
UNIVERSITIES
Nuria Gallego Murcia
Petter Kolaas
Jan Delkeskamp
Mari Alvsaker
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT LITTLE ROCK
International Business
ST AMBROSE UNIVERSITY
History & Political Science
QUEENS UNIVERSITY OF CHARLOTTE
Finance & Accounting
KEISER UNIVERSITY
Business Administration
I could not have afforded to study in the US without sport scholarships. I was able to live my dream thanks to it.
I made it! Thanks to the scholarship I had the opportunity to study in the US! can be difficult sometimes, but it’s the best experince you can do!
Being a student-athlete in the US was for me the best four years of my life, and I hope way more athletes will consider the stats. Tri it and be open minded!
FAQ: About College Swimming and Swim Scholarships
Yes, you can get a scholarship for swimming. Many colleges and universities offer athletic scholarships to talented swimmers, which can help cover the cost of attendance (COA), such as tuition, room, board, and other expenses.
Swimming scholarships are offered by a wide range of colleges and universities across the U.S. This includes schools in NCAA Divisions I-III and the NAIA.
Some college swimmers receive full scholarships (full rides), while others receive partial scholarships. The number of full rides available varies by division and school. For example, NCAA Division I programs may offer up to 9.9 scholarships for men’s college swimming and 14 scholarships for women’s college swimming. These numbers represent full scholarships, but scholarships are often divided among multiple student-athletes.
Getting a swimming scholarship for college can be competitive, but remember that college swimming has various divisions, levels, and programs, with a perfect match for every swimmer! As a swimmer dreaming of earning a scholarship, you need to demonstrate a high level of performance in the pool, maintain a strong academic record, and be proactive and engaged in the recruiting process. Keep in mind that coaches are not only looking for athletes with a strong swimming profile but also consider potential, personal character, and how well the athlete will fit into the swim team.
Are you ready to compete, study, and experience the famous American college life? As a college student-athlete, you will swim daily and become a part of a college swimming team with the same passion as you: swimming. Fill out Keystone Sports’ free application form to start your college swimming adventure.Â
Getting rewarded with swimming scholarships and becoming a student-athlete is a life-changing experience. It will help you grow tremendously as a swimmer, student, and human being.
As a college student-athlete, you will swim daily and become a part of a college swimming team with the same passion as you: swimming. On top of this, you will receive a top-quality education and improve your English skills.
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