Visualizing Track and Field Scholarships by States

Hey guys, as a more visual learner, I was wondering if there are any representations or maps showing which states offer the most track and field college scholarships. This could help my college search a lot! Any resources out there?

Hello! While it seems like an interesting and helpful concept, there aren't exactly resources or maps available that illustrate track and field scholarships by state. Here's why: these scholarships tend to be offered by individual schools rather than by state. The number of scholarships depends on the athletic department's budget and NCAA regulations, which cap how many scholarships each sport can offer.

However, don't worry as there's still plenty of information you can use. For starters, Track and Field is an 'equivalency sport' for scholarships. This means that coaches can divide their allotted scholarships among a larger number of athletes since full scholarships are rare.

One strategy you might use is to focus on states with a large number of colleges. More colleges inherently mean more potential scholarship opportunities. For example, states like California, New York, and Texas have many colleges and therefore may have more track and field scholarships available than smaller states.

You could also look into which colleges have particularly strong track and field programs, as they're likely to dedicate more resources to those scholarships. Don't forget about Division II, Division III, and NAIA schools—it's not just about Division I!

Remember, each college will have individualized criteria and processes for awarding scholarships. So, always reach out to the coaches or the athletic department at the schools you're interested in.

Best of luck in your college and scholarship search! I'm sure your dedication to track and field will open many doors.