Division II Swim Colleges in Missouri
Missouri has 8 NCAA Division II swim programs — a strong option for swimmers seeking varsity competition and scholarship eligibility in a more balanced student-athlete environment.
8 NCAA Division II swim programs in Missouri. 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 Missouri
| School | City | Est. Net Price | Niche Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drury University | Springfield | $29,100 | B- |
| Maryville University of Saint Louis | Saint Louis | $18,900 | C+ |
| Missouri University of Science and Technology | Rolla | $16,900 | C+ |
| Rockhurst University | Kansas City | $20,700 | C+ |
| Southwest Baptist University | Bolivar | $22,200 | C+ |
| Truman State University | Kirksville | $15,100 | C+ |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | Saint Louis | $16,200 | C+ |
| William Jewell College | Liberty | $27,500 | C+ |
Recruiting for Division II Swimming in Missouri
All Division II programs in Missouri 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 Missouri 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 Missouri 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 — Missouri public universities may offer significantly lower tuition for Missouri 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 II swim programs are in Missouri?
- 8 NCAA Division II swim programs are located in Missouri. 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 Missouri?
- Required times vary by program — Missouri 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 Missouri 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 Missouri?
- 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.