College Athletics

Are you interested in being recruited to play competive sports in college? 

Check out this website - https://www.ncsasports.org/recruiting/how-to-get-recruited 

Reach out to the Fairfield Athletic Director, for additional support. 

How College Sports Are Structured
College sports are grouped into three divisions by the National Collegiate Athletic Association
(NCAA). Each division has its own academic requirements along with expected time commitments.  

• Division I is the highest level of collegiate sports in the U.S. and the most difficult in terms of acceptance and competition. D1 schools are often larger. It is the only division that offers full scholarships, cost-of-attendance stipends, and more. According to the NCAA, over half of Division I athletes receive financial aid. As a D1 athlete, you should expect to be busy with your sport year-round.

• Division II athletes may find more balance in their college life. While D2 offers highly competitive programs, you’ll likely have more time for academics, internships, and more compared to competing at the D1 level. Division II offers a partial scholarship model, with about 60% of athletes receiving aid. 

• Division III colleges and universities make up the biggest chunk of division schools. D3 athletes spend the fewest number of hours each week on their sport and often have the most flexibility with their schedules while still enjoying the benefits of competing. There are no scholarships offered for D3 sports.

For more information on the different divisions, check out the NCAA’s guide.