Hey guys, so I've been considering smaller colleges for a better academic fit and athletic balance. Can anyone give me a good list of Division 3 schools to research? Thanks in advance!
Sure! Here's a list of some well-regarded Division III schools across the United States, grouped by region. Keep in mind that this is not an exhaustive list, but it should be a good starting point for your research into DIII schools:
Northeast:
1. Amherst College (Massachusetts)
2. Bowdoin College (Maine)
3. Williams College (Massachusetts)
4. Middlebury College (Vermont)
5. Swarthmore College (Pennsylvania)
6. Haverford College (Pennsylvania)
Mid-Atlantic:
6. Johns Hopkins University (Maryland)
7. Carnegie Mellon University (Pennsylvania)
8. Washington and Lee University (Virginia)
South and Southeast:
9. University of the South (Tennessee)
10. Emory University (Georgia)
11. Trinity University (Texas)
Midwest:
12. University of Chicago (Illinois)
13. Carleton College (Minnesota)
14. Washington University in St. Louis (Missouri)
15. Case Western Reserve University (Ohio)
West:
16. Pomona College/Pitzer College (California - these two schools compete together for athletics)
17. Claremont McKenna College/Harvey Mudd College/Scripps College (California - these three schools compete together for athletics)
18. Whitman College (Washington)
19. Colorado College (Colorado - note that men's ice hockey and women's soccer compete in DI)
As you're researching these Division III schools, also pay attention to their academic program offerings, campus environment, financial aid possibilities, and other factors that are important to you in your college search. Ultimately, you want to choose a school where you'll thrive personally, socially, and academically, as well as athletically. Good luck with your search!
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