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Your Guide to
Track & Field Scholarships in the USA
A track and field scholarship in the USA offers financial aid to student-athletes based on their performances and academic achievements. Scholarships vary from partial to full-ride, covering tuition, accommodation, and other expenses. They're offered by NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA institutions, each with specific eligibility requirements.
Research Programs
Look for colleges with strong track and field programs that align with your academic goals and event specialties. Explore both Division I and Division II schools, as well as options within NAIA and NJCAA. Create a shortlist of schools that offer scholarships and fit your preferences.
Create an Athlete Profile
Include personal bests, competition results, and progression data that showcases your development. Make sure to document your performances with official results and competition footage that demonstrates your technical abilities, competitive spirit, and versatility in your events.
Connect with Coaches
Email college coaches with your athlete profile, attend meets where college coaches will be present, and participate in recruitment events. Personalize your communication to each coach, emphasizing why their program is a great fit for you. Recruitment begins 2-3 years before college starts.
Maintain Academic Excellence
Scholarships often require a minimum GPA and standardized test scores (e.g., SAT/ACT). Balancing academics and athletics shows commitment and discipline, which are qualities coaches value.
Top Track & Field Programs
Stanford University
Stanford Cardinal
Combines elite athletics with top-tier academics, producing numerous NCAA champions and Olympians while maintaining the highest academic standards. Features the Cobb Track and Angell Field complex and comprehensive student-athlete support services.
LSU
LSU Tigers
Distoric program with 30+ NCAA team titles and over 60 Olympians. Features one of the fastest tracks in collegiate athletics and comprehensive training facilities. Exceptional sprint and field event development program.
Arkansas
Arkansas Razorbacks
Powerhouse program with 40+ NCAA team championships across indoor and outdoor seasons. Features the world-class Randal Tyson Track Center and John McDonnell Field. Known for exceptional development of middle distance and field event athletes.
University of Oregon
Oregon Ducks
Home of historic Hayward Field and “Track Town USA,” Oregon boasts 20+ NCAA team titles and countless Olympians. Their state-of-the-art facilities and renowned coaching staff attract top talent globally. The program has produced legends like Steve Prefontaine and modern stars like Raevyn Rogers.
Stanford University
Stanford Cardinal
Combines elite athletics with top-tier academics, producing numerous NCAA champions and Olympians while maintaining the highest academic standards. Features the Cobb Track and Angell Field complex and comprehensive student-athlete support services.
LSU
LSU Tigers
Distoric program with 30+ NCAA team titles and over 60 Olympians. Features one of the fastest tracks in collegiate athletics and comprehensive training facilities. Exceptional sprint and field event development program.
Arkansas
Arkansas Razorbacks
Powerhouse program with 40+ NCAA team championships across indoor and outdoor seasons. Features the world-class Randal Tyson Track Center and John McDonnell Field. Known for exceptional development of middle distance and field event athletes.
University of Oregon
Oregon Ducks
Home of historic Hayward Field and “Track Town USA,” Oregon boasts 20+ NCAA team titles and countless Olympians. Their state-of-the-art facilities and renowned coaching staff attract top talent globally. The program has produced legends like Steve Prefontaine and modern stars like Raevyn Rogers.
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The Crimson Athletics Difference
We combine expert recruitment guidance with globally-leading admissions services to achieve unparalleled success.
Unmatched Athletic Strategy
Work with former D1 coaches, Olympians and pro athletes who've excelled at schools like Stanford, Princeton, UCLA and MIT. Our Athletic Strategists provide personalized recruitment guidance, development plans and coach networking. With an expert guiding every step of your journey, we ensure you stan
Direct Coach Connection
Our Strategists don't just advise - they make direct contact with coaches, organize strategic visits, and guide you through every interaction. From initial outreach to scholarship negotiations, we leverage decades of expertise to position you for success.
Personalised Pathway Design
Whether you're a committed D1 prospect, or an all-rounder balancing elite sport with top academics, we design a program just for you. Every student is crafted a unique set of support services according to their overall goals, candidacy needs and timeline.
Integrated Academic Support
Crimson isn't just another sports agency. Our full-circle approach combines elite athlete guidance with academic support to maximize your prospects. Crimson Athletes can access world-class test prep, admissions strategy and enrichment programs.
Meet our Athletic Strategists
Our team includes elite athletes and former coaches with careers in soccer, tennis, golf, track & field/XC, swimming & diving, basketball, volleyball, water polo, rowing, baseball, triathlon, and more.
Harry L.
Track & Field
Princeton University Undefeated Ivy League Captain London, United Kingdom
Sam T.
Track & Field
University of Virginia All Academic Honors Virginia, USA
Jenna M.
Track & Field
Northern Arizona University NCAA Championships Qualifier Colorado, USA
Maddie E.
Field Hockey
Harvard University 2x Ivy League Champion Christchurch, New Zealand
Kirstyn G.
Rowing
University of Washington Former Olympian & UW Captain Auckland, New Zealand
Ellery G.
Soccer
Bowdoin College Coached at Bowdoin & Caltech Connecticut, USA
Harry L.
Track & Field
Princeton University Undefeated Ivy League Captain London, United Kingdom
Sam T.
Track & Field
University of Virginia All Academic Honors Virginia, USA
Jenna M.
Track & Field
Northern Arizona University NCAA Championships Qualifier Colorado, USA
Maddie E.
Field Hockey
Harvard University 2x Ivy League Champion Christchurch, New Zealand
Kirstyn G.
Rowing
University of Washington Former Olympian & UW Captain Auckland, New Zealand
Ellery G.
Soccer
Bowdoin College Coached at Bowdoin & Caltech Connecticut, USA
Matthew M.
Basketball
University of San Francisco Professional Basketball Player Melbourne, Australia
James S.
Swimming
Youngstown State University School Record Holder & Team Captain Auckland, New Zealand
Izzy L.
Golf
University of Hawaii First Team All-Big West Hong Kong
Chealsea O.
Water Polo
Long Beach State University Playing Professional for Sant Feliu Auckland, New Zealand
Taner D.
Soccer
Harvard University Men’s Soccer Captain Missouri, USA
Testimonials
Hear firsthand from students and parents about how our custom packages helped them gain clarity, build confidence, and achieve acceptance at their top-choice schools.
Peyton L
Student
Princeton - Track
“Crimson Athletics was key to my success in the recruitment process... Thanks to their guidance, I secured a spot at Princeton University for Track & Field. The personalised strategy, including academic preparation and coach connections, gave me the confidence to reach my goals.”
Tallula F
Student
CU Boulder - Tennis
“Crimson Athletics gave me the tools and support I needed to navigate the competitive recruitment process. With their guidance, I received over 40 Division 1 offers and ultimately chose the University of Colorado, Boulder... The personalised strategy and unwavering support from my Crimson Athletic Strategist made all the difference.”
Antonia Y
Student
Duke - Water Polo
“Crimson offered me a wide package of tools which I could utilise to secure some amazing opportunities in the US. It wasn't just the standardised tests or the extracurriculars, Crimson offered me support in every area of my application.”
Dan
Student
UC Berkely - Rugby
“We had eight schools come back to us overnight after my player profile was sent out to coaches - and that was places I never would have dreamed of, like Harvard, Columbia, Brown, Dartmouth and obviously Berkeley.”