Division II Swim Colleges in North Carolina
North Carolina has 7 NCAA Division II swim programs — a strong option for swimmers seeking varsity competition and scholarship eligibility in a more balanced student-athlete environment.
7 NCAA Division II swim programs in North Carolina. 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 North Carolina
| School | City | Est. Net Price | Niche Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barton College | Wilson | $30,000 | C+ |
| Catawba College | Salisbury | $22,000 | C+ |
| Chowan University | Murfreesboro | $27,000 | C+ |
| Lees-McRae College | Banner Elk | $25,900 | C+ |
| Lenoir-Rhyne University | Hickory | $20,000 | C+ |
| Mars Hill University | Mars Hill | $20,400 | C+ |
| Wingate University | Wingate | $26,900 | B- |
Recruiting for Division II Swimming in North Carolina
All Division II programs in North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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 — North Carolina public universities may offer significantly lower tuition for North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
- 7 NCAA Division II swim programs are located in North Carolina. 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 North Carolina?
- Required times vary by program — North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
- 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.