How many Division II swim programs are in Ohio?

There are 5 NCAA Division II swim programs in Ohio, including Ashland University , Malone University , Notre Dame College , The University of Findlay , Walsh University . Each profile includes recruiting benchmarks, net price, and academic data.

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

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

Is Division II swimming worth it in Ohio?

Division II swimming in Ohio offers 5 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 Ohio

Ohio has 5 NCAA Division II swim programs — a strong option for swimmers seeking varsity competition and scholarship eligibility in a more balanced student-athlete environment.

5 NCAA Division II swim programs in Ohio. 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 Ohio

School	City	Est. Net Price	Niche Grade
Ashland University	Ashland	$29,100	C+
Malone University	Canton	$24,100	C+
Notre Dame College	Cleveland	$21,600	A
The University of Findlay	Findlay	$18,100	C+
Walsh University	North Canton	$24,400	C+

Recruiting for Division II Swimming in Ohio

All Division II programs in Ohio 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 Ohio 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 Ohio 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 — Ohio public universities may offer significantly lower tuition for Ohio residents
Conference competition level — conference affiliation affects the competitiveness of the dual-meet schedule

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Other Divisions in Ohio

Division I in Ohio → Division III in Ohio →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Division II swim programs are in Ohio?: 5 NCAA Division II swim programs are located in Ohio. 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 Ohio?: Required times vary by program — Ohio 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 Ohio 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 Ohio?: 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.