Division I Swim Colleges in Georgia
Georgia has 4 NCAA Division I college swim programs. Georgia 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.
4 NCAA Division I swim programs in Georgia. 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 Georgia
| School | City | Est. Net Price | Niche Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Institute of Technology | Atlanta | $25,500 | A+ |
| Georgia Southern University | Statesboro | $39,500 | B |
| Kennesaw State University | Kennesaw | $23,900 | C+ |
| University of Georgia | Athens | $23,400 | A |
Recruiting for Division I Swimming in Georgia
All Division I programs in Georgia 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 Georgia 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 Georgia 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 — Georgia public universities may offer significantly lower tuition for Georgia residents
- Conference competition level — conference affiliation affects the competitiveness of the dual-meet schedule
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Build My Free ProfileFrequently Asked Questions
- How many Division I swim programs are in Georgia?
- 4 NCAA Division I swim programs are located in Georgia. 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 Georgia?
- Required times vary by program — Georgia 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 Georgia 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 Georgia?
- 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.