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Anyone know why D3 Athletes cannot get scholarships?
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I can't find a given reason anywhere.

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15 days ago

D3 schools don’t give athletic scholarships because of how they’re structured. In the NCAA’s Division III system, athletics are meant to be more about balancing sports with academics rather than being something students are recruited or paid for. Instead of offering money for playing a sport, D3 schools focus on academic and need-based financial aid for all students, including athletes. You can still get scholarships at a D3 school, but they can’t be tied directly to being an athlete. I hope this helps!

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