Popular sports for female students in college?

I'm an athlete, heading to college next year, and I'm wondering which sports are most popular among female students. Does it vary by college, or is there any common trend? Any insights would be appreciated!

The popularity of sports among female students at college does indeed vary quite a bit based on college size, location, and whether the college competes in the NCAA, NAIA, or club leagues. However, from what I have seen, the following sports tend to be prevalent in colleges across the U.S:

1. Soccer: This is an incredibly popular sport for women in colleges around the U.S. It's competitive, dynamic, and a great avenue for scholarships, especially at NCAA Division I and II schools.

2. Basketball: Female college basketball is extremely popular and widely followed. It's also accessible to a wide variety of schools, regardless of size.

3. Volleyball: This sport is quite popular amongst female students, both on the beach and in indoor courts. Plus, it's a great team-building sport that is common in NCAA and NAIA schools.

4. Track and Field: Track and Field cover a host of individual and team events, and it is popular at colleges of all sizes.

5. Softball: Softball teams are pretty common in colleges, and it's a popular choice especially among those who played in high school.

6. Tennis: Tennis is ubiquitous, and many colleges have robust intramural and varsity programs.

7. Cross-Country: Distance running has a large following in college sports; both cross-country and track and field (distance events) are quite popular.

Additionally, there are emerging sports gaining popularity such as lacrosse, rowing, and rugby, which offer additional opportunities for female athletes.

It's important to remember that while these sports might be the most popular in general, the best sport for you will depend on your personal interests and skills. I'd suggest you to research the sports available at the schools you're considering, to see if they match your athletic interests.