How many Division I swim programs are in Alabama?

There are 2 NCAA Division I swim programs in Alabama, including Auburn University , The University of Alabama . Each profile includes recruiting benchmarks, net price, and academic data.

What times do you need to swim Division I in Alabama?

Required times vary by program tier within Alabama. Division I programs in the state range from highly competitive to developmental — each has different recruiting benchmarks by event. Build a free University Swim Fit profile to see exactly where your times rank for every Alabama Division I program.

Is Division I swimming worth it in Alabama?

Division I swimming in Alabama offers 2 program options spanning different academic profiles, costs, and competition levels. Whether it's worth it depends on your times, academic goals, and budget — use University Swim Fit to compare your fit at each program.

Division I Swim Colleges in Alabama

Alabama has 2 NCAA Division I college swim programs. Alabama D1 swimming spans multiple conferences and program tiers, from high-major programs competing at the national level to developing programs that recruit a wider range of athlete profiles.

2 NCAA Division I swim programs in Alabama. D1 women's swimming awards up to 14 full scholarships (headcount sport); D1 men's programs distribute 9.9 equivalencies across the roster. Most D1 swimmers receive partial aid — full rides are rare outside elite programs.

Division I Swim Programs in Alabama

School	City	Est. Net Price	Niche Grade
Auburn University	Auburn	$32,100	A-
The University of Alabama	Tuscaloosa	$15,700	B

Recruiting for Division I Swimming in Alabama

All Division I programs in Alabama follow the same NCAA Division I recruiting rules — but each program has its own time standards, roster culture, academic profile, and scholarship budget. When comparing Alabama Division I programs, consider:

Your event times relative to each program's existing roster benchmarks
Academic fit — admissions standards and available majors vary significantly across Alabama Division I programs
Cost — estimated net price after grants can vary by $10,000–$30,000 per year even within the same division
In-state tuition — Alabama public universities may offer significantly lower tuition for Alabama residents
Conference competition level — conference affiliation affects the competitiveness of the dual-meet schedule

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Other Divisions in Alabama

Division II in Alabama → Division III in Alabama →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Division I swim programs are in Alabama?: 2 NCAA Division I swim programs are located in Alabama. See the full list above with recruiting data, cost, and academic information for each school.
What times do I need to swim Division I in Alabama?: Required times vary by program — Alabama has Division I programs at different competitive tiers, each with different recruiting benchmarks by event. Build a free profile on University Swim Fit to see exactly where your times rank for every program.
Do Division I programs in Alabama offer swimming scholarships?: D1 women's swimming awards up to 14 full scholarships (headcount sport); D1 men's programs distribute 9.9 equivalencies across the roster. Most D1 swimmers receive partial aid — full rides are rare outside elite programs.
How do I contact Division I swim coaches in Alabama?: Email coaches directly with your best times, GPA, graduation year, and intended major. D1 and D2 coaches cannot initiate contact until June 15 after your sophomore year, but you can email them first at any time. D3 coaches have no contact restrictions. See our coach email guide for templates and tips.