Hey guys, I'm really into football, and being from Illinois, I'd love to stay somewhere close. It's kinda confusing online. Can anyone tell me which colleges in Illinois have football teams? Would be grateful for any help.
Sure, I'm glad to help! There are numerous colleges and universities in Illinois that have football teams.
1. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign: This public university houses the Fighting Illini and competes in the Big Ten Conference at the NCAA Division I level.
2. Northwestern University: This private university located in Evanston is also another Division I school and competes in the Big Ten Conference as the Wildcats!
3. Illinois State University: The Redbirds compete at the NCAA Division I FCS (Football Championship Subdivision) level in the Missouri Valley Football Conference.
4. Southern Illinois University Carbondale: The Salukis also compete in the Missouri Valley Football Conference at the Division I FCS level.
5. Eastern Illinois University: The Panthers play in the Division I FCS Ohio Valley Conference.
6. Western Illinois University: The Leathernecks are a member of the Division I FCS Missouri Valley Football Conference.
7. Northern Illinois University: The Huskies compete in the Mid-American Conference at the Division I FBS (Football Bowl Subdivision) level.
There are numerous Division III schools in Illinois with football programs as well, including Illinois Wesleyan University, Elmhurst University, North Central College, Illinois College, and more.
So, there's a wide range of schools across different competitive levels. Make sure to consider other factors such as the academic programs, campus life, and financial aid offerings when making your decision. Best of luck as you navigate this process!
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