Hello! I'm really into my chess and would like to keep playing during college, maybe even seriously. Do any of you know which colleges have the highest number of chess grandmasters?
Webster University tops the list when it comes to colleges with the most Chess Grandmasters. Established in 2011, Webster's Chess Team, known as the "SPICE Program", has consistently ranked high and has always boasted an impressive roster of Chess Grandmasters.
Another university renowned for its chess prowess is the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas). They have one of the strongest college chess teams, with numerous International Masters and Grandmasters featured.
Then there is St. Louis University. Over the last few years, they also have put together an impressive chess program, with a number of Grandmasters playing on their team.
Finally, Texas Tech University also falls into this list, hosting an impressive number of Chess Grandmasters in its Knight Raiders Chess Team.
Attending any one of these universities would provide you with ample competition and the chance to further develop your chess skills.
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