Hey there, I’m a total sports junkie — love the idea of cheering on my college team. Which colleges have the most national championships across all sports? Just trying to get a sense of the athletic culture at some schools.
Hey! Out of all colleges, the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), has the most NCAA championships with 119. Following closely behind are Stanford University with 118, and the University of Southern California (USC) with 107.
Other colleges with a large number of championships include:
- Pennsylvania State University with 51
- Ohio State University with 40
- University of Texas at Austin with 56
- University of Michigan with 57
Keep in mind that these schools probably have excellent school spirit, but a large number of championships does not necessarily mean that every student is a die-hard sports fan. Each school will have a blend of attitudes toward sports. For instance, Stanford, while having a massive number of championships, is also known for its academic rigor.
Remember to consider the whole package – student life, academics, the overall feel of campus when deciding on a college.
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