Sports Scholarships and Student Athlete Recruiting Blog

Universities in USA have a long tradition in Track & Field athletics. It’s a very popular sport in College and the top level is very high. The opportunity to receive a track and field scholarship is a great chance for international athletes. To pursue a professional career in track & field is very though financially. By competing for an American University you will receive world class training and at the same time an education. The track & field scholarship covers your living expenses and your education fees.

Around 1000 different universities and colleges participate in Track & Field athletics. Many track & field athletes become successful professional athletes after their college career. To be able to compete in top NCAA Track & Field level, you should be one of the best in your age group in your country. Of course there are also other universities and divisions where you can receive a track & field scholarship and with the level being less competitive.

Each Track & Field University team have around 12 track & field scholarships to offer for the Men’s team, while they have 18 track & field scholarships for the Women’s team.
In general, five practice sessions a week of 2 – 3 hours each is something you can expect when attending a university as track & field athlete, but of course this varies between the different colleges and coaches.

Track and Field season begins in spring (January). We recommend students to apply for a track & field scholarship early so they are ready to attend the university in August. This is so you already are part of the team from the beginning of the season.

Click on the link and register with us if you want to know more of how ICAC can help you obtain a Track & Field scholarship.

Track and Field National Championships:

WOMEN:
NCAA I+II: March / May
NAIA: March / May

MEN:
NCAA I+II: May
NAIA: May

Resources Links
NCAA Track & Field
NAIA Track & Field
NJCAA Track & Field