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Syracuse Athletic Department: How supportive are they?

Hi there, can anyone share their experiences with the Syracuse athletic department, especially for non-varsity athletes? I'm applying and hoping to join a club or intramural sports team, and just wondering how well they're run.

10 months ago

Hey! Many students have reported positive experiences with the Syracuse athletic department, even at the club and intramural sports levels. The department is known for being quite supportive and well-organized when it comes to running these extracurricular sports activities.

Club and intramural sports both benefit from the university's great facilities and resources. The athletic department also provides assistance in planning schedules, tournaments, and accessing practice spaces. In general, students involved in non-varsity sports have found that their experiences with the athletic department have been enjoyable and fulfilling.

One aspect you may appreciate is that the Syracuse athletic department promotes an inclusive and competitive atmosphere for athletes of varying skill levels. Club sports, in particular, offer a nice balance between competitiveness and recreation, by allowing students like yourself to continue pursuing their athletic passions in a competitive environment, but without the time commitment or stress associated with varsity sports, especially at a high-level D1 institution like Syracuse.

That being said, the level of support and organization can vary depending on the specific sport or team. It's a great idea to get in touch with members of the teams you're interested in. They can give you an insider perspective, helping you choose the best fit for your interests and schedule. Overall, though, Syracuse has a vibrant atmosphere around athletics, even for non-varsity sports.

If you end up applying to Syracuse and want tips on how to maximize your chances of acceptance, check out this blog post from CollegeVine, which breaks down how to tackle their school-specific supplemental essay(s): https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-syracuse-university-essays/. After all, you want to give admissions officers a comprehensive sense of what you'd bring to their campus community, personally and academically as well as athletically!

Good luck, and I hope you have a fantastic experience with Syracuse's athletic department!

10 months ago

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