Recommendations for colleges with great volleyball teams?

Hi! So I'm a junior right now and volleyball is my passion. I'm trying to build a list of colleges with really strong volleyball programs to consider. Anyone have any suggestions for the best colleges for volleyball? Thanks in advance!

Hello! It's awesome to see such passion for volleyball, and I'm happy to help you build a list of colleges with strong volleyball programs. Keep in mind that you'll want to balance your interest in volleyball with the academic programs and overall campus fit. That being said, here are a few suggestions at different levels of competition:

For NCAA Division I schools, the following are known for having competitive volleyball programs:

1. Stanford University

2. University of Minnesota

3. University of Wisconsin

4. University of Nebraska

5. University of Texas at Austin

6. Penn State University

7. University of Florida

In NCAA Division II, these schools also have reputable volleyball programs:

1. University of Tampa

2. Southwest Minnesota State University

3. Concordia University, St. Paul

4. Lewis University

5. Nebraska-Kearney

For NCAA Division III, you might want to consider:

1. Calvin University

2. Emory University

3. Washington University in St. Louis

4. Claremont-Mudd-Scripps Colleges

5. Juniata College

These are just a few examples and not an exhaustive list, but they'll give you a good starting point as you consider schools to fit your volleyball aspirations. Do take the time to research each school's academic offerings, campus culture, and financial support to ensure it aligns with your goals beyond volleyball as well. Good luck!