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The number of scholarships available for each sport and division in collegiate athletics can vary widely. Division I schools tend to offer the most scholarships across various sports, followed by Division II and Division III. The number of scholarships available per sport often depends on the specific rules and regulations set by the NCAA or other governing bodies for each division and sport. It's also important to note that not all sports offer full scholarships, and many scholarships are partial, covering only a portion of the student-athlete's expenses.
For instance, in NCAA Division I basketball, men's teams can offer up to 13 scholarships per team, while women's teams can offer up to 15 scholarships per team. Football in Division I can offer up to 85 scholarships for FBS schools and 63 for FCS schools.
However, for less high-profile sports or smaller divisions, the number of scholarships available might be fewer. The availability of scholarships can also depend on factors like the school's budget for athletics, the competitiveness of the sport, and other institutional considerations.
For accurate and current information regarding the specific number of scholarships available for each sport and division, it's best to check the NCAA or specific college athletic department websites, as these details can change and vary across institutions and seasons.
Football: NCAA Division 1 Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) programs can offer 85 full scholarships, while Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) programs can offer up to 63 scholarships.
Basketball: Men's teams are allowed 13 scholarships, and women's teams can offer 15.
Baseball: NCAA D1 baseball programs have a maximum of 11.7 scholarships that can be divided among players.
Soccer: Men's soccer teams have 9.9 scholarships, and women's teams have 14.
Softball: Women's softball teams can offer up to 12 scholarships.
Volleyball: Women's volleyball teams can offer up to 12 scholarships.
Tennis: Both men's and women's tennis teams have a maximum of 4.5 scholarships.
Golf: Both men's and women's golf teams have a maximum of 4.5 scholarships.
Track and Field/Cross Country: These sports are often not fully funded, so scholarship numbers can vary widely among institutions.
Wrestling: NCAA D1 wrestling programs can offer up to 9.9 scholarships.
Swimming and Diving: Both men's and women's swimming and diving teams have a maximum of 14 scholarships.
Lacrosse: Men's lacrosse teams have 12.6 scholarships, and women's teams have 12.
Field Hockey: Women's field hockey teams can offer up to 12 scholarships.
Gymnastics: Women's gymnastics teams can offer up to 12 scholarships.
Rowing: Women's rowing teams can offer a maximum of 20 scholarships.
Ice Hockey: Men's ice hockey teams have 18 scholarships, and women's teams have 18.
Water Polo: Both men's and women's water polo teams have 4.5 scholarships.
Rugby/Fencing/Skiing/Synchronized/Cheerleading/Dance/Equestrian/Archery/Bowling/Ultimate Frisbee/Handball/Squash/Table Tennis/eSports: These sports might not be universally recognized or sponsored by all NCAA Division 1 schools, and scholarship availability, if offered, can vary significantly between institutions.
It's important to note that these numbers represent the maximum allowed scholarships, and not all programs are fully funded to this extent. Additionally, schools may divide these scholarships among multiple athletes, offering partial scholarships to more players.