How many Division II swim programs are in Illinois?

There are 3 NCAA Division II swim programs in Illinois, including Lewis University , McKendree University , Quincy University . Each profile includes recruiting benchmarks, net price, and academic data.

What times do you need to swim Division II in Illinois?

Required times vary by program tier within Illinois. Division II 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 Illinois Division II program.

Is Division II swimming worth it in Illinois?

Division II swimming in Illinois offers 3 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 II Swim Colleges in Illinois

Illinois has 3 NCAA Division II swim programs — a strong option for swimmers seeking varsity competition and scholarship eligibility in a more balanced student-athlete environment.

3 NCAA Division II swim programs in Illinois. D2 programs offer up to 8.1 scholarship equivalencies per gender, typically split as partial awards stacked with merit and need-based grants.

Division II Swim Programs in Illinois

School	City	Est. Net Price	Niche Grade
Lewis University	Romeoville	$23,900	C+
McKendree University	Lebanon	$20,300	C+
Quincy University	Quincy	$21,900	C+

Recruiting for Division II Swimming in Illinois

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

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

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Other Divisions in Illinois

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Division II swim programs are in Illinois?: 3 NCAA Division II swim programs are located in Illinois. See the full list above with recruiting data, cost, and academic information for each school.
What times do I need to swim Division II in Illinois?: Required times vary by program — Illinois has Division II 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 II programs in Illinois offer swimming scholarships?: D2 programs offer up to 8.1 scholarship equivalencies per gender, typically split as partial awards stacked with merit and need-based grants.
How do I contact Division II swim coaches in Illinois?: 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.