Division I Swim Colleges in Tennessee

Tennessee has 2 NCAA Division I college swim programs. Tennessee 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 Tennessee. 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 Tennessee

SchoolCityEst. Net PriceNiche Grade
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville $24,700 B
Vanderbilt University Nashville $27,200 A+

Recruiting for Division I Swimming in Tennessee

All Division I programs in Tennessee 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 Tennessee Division I programs, consider:

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Other Divisions in Tennessee

Division II in Tennessee → Division III in Tennessee →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Division I swim programs are in Tennessee?
2 NCAA Division I swim programs are located in Tennessee. 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 Tennessee?
Required times vary by program — Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
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.