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Facts about the CREW recruiting process
How to get recruited for college rowing.
You might be the best rower at your school or club but if your not in the top 3% then don't expect the NCAA rowing coaches to come to you; you have to make it happen by applying to as many colleges as possible.
The NCAA allows each division 1and division 2 college rowing program 20 scholarships.
As a high school rower you should be aware that the standard of college rowing is very high. Remember that only the absolute top rowers will be approached with offers.
Most rowers will have to market themselves. You can try to do this yourself or use our recruiting service.
College Rowing Scholarships are only available to women.
If you don't have the grades don't even think about Rowing Scholarships as way of getting into a University. Pick the school that fits you along with the rowing program.
COACHES CANNOT EVALUATE YOUR POTENTIAL IF THEY DON'T KNOW YOU'RE OUT THERE.
Not all athletic scholarships are full ride like basketball and football, so called "head count sports"; most are classed as "equivalency sports", like college rowing. Put simply this means that coaches can "share" their allocation between a larger number of athletes.
This is good news for the athletes. In division 1 we see that a coach can divide his/her "20" scholarships between a larger number of Rowers. Say 30 partial scholarships instead of 20 full ride scholarships. If you are good enough of course then a full ride is always a chance.
There are 84 division 1 and 15 division 2 colleges that offer rowing scholarships.
That's a total of 1,980 college rowing scholarships available in the NCAA .
Below are some NCAA R&Rs regarding financial aid, according to the Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete .
1. What exactly is financial aid?
Financial aid is funds provided to help you pay for your education.
2. What are the different types of financial aid?
Scholarships, educational grants-in-aid, tuition waivers and loans are all forms of financial aid. D-I and D-II schools are allowed to award athletic scholarships, among other types of financial aid. And although D-III colleges and universities are not allowed to present athletic-based financial aid to student-athletes, they can provide other financial aid(e.g. academic scholarships or need-based aid).
3. What exactly does it mean if I'm awarded an athletic scholarship?
Athletic scholarships, which are available in limited numbers, are awarded and renewed on a yearly basis for a maximum of five years. Any scholarship-full or partial-may be reduced or cancelled at the end of each year.
4 . What do I have to do to keep my scholarship?
Most schools require you to maintain a certain grade point average. If you sustain a career-ending injury, some colleges may not renew your athletic scholarship. Check with individual schools for the specifics.
5. What can I use my athletic scholarship for?
Depending on the amount of your award, your scholarship can be used for tuition, housing, meal expenses and the purchase of required course-related books.
6. Can I receive additional financial aid if all of my expenses are not covered by my scholarship?
Any financial aid you receive must comply with the NCAA's rules on amateurism. If you receive aid not administered by your school, you may no longer be eligible to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Check with your coach and college/university to find out if you can accept other scholarships.
For more information about eligibility requirements, check out www.ncaa.org .
College rowing history.
NCAA Rowing or "Crew" as it is sometimes called is a women's only sport. The first championship was held in 1997 at Rancho Cordova, California. NCAA Division 2 and Division 3 crew championships were added in 2002.
NCAA Division I requires colleges to enter two eight-oared shells and one four-oared shell in the team championship. The championship is restricted to 12. Four other colleges are selected to enter a eight-oared shells tournament.
The NCAA Division 2 championship consists of a eight-oared shells and four-oared shell competition .
The Division 3 championship is a eight-oared competition only.
Recruiting Questionnaire Example
Women's Rowing Prospective Student-Athlete Form
If you are interested in rowing for , please complete the following form. This form is NOT an official university application. Please be aware that this is not a secure form.
If you are a transfer student-athlete:
WARNING: If you are a student-athlete enrolled at another four-year institution or if you have been enrolled at another four-year institution in the last year (NCAA Division I, II or III or NAIA), NCAA rules and regulations strictly prohibit us from having any communication with you, directly or indirectly, until that institution grants our institution permission to contact you. You may obtain this permission by contacting the compliance office of your current or previous institution.
Please fill in as much information as possible.
Month/Year of Graduation:
Name (First, M.I., Last)
Street Address
City State ZIP/Postal Code
Country
Area Code and Telephone Number:
Mobile Number:
Social Security Number
Birthdate (MM/DD/YY)
Height/Weight
High School
Rowing Club
Grade Point Average SAT/ACT Score
Potential Major
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Name(s)
Siblings' names
Coach's Name Coach's Phone Number
Coach's Email Address
Best 2K/Date Taken
Best 6K/4K or 20-min/Date Taken
Wingspan (Arms Extended-measure from finger tip to finger tip)
Have you applied to the NCAA Clearinghouse?
Please tell us about your rowing experience
Please tell us about other sports that you play or activities with which you are involved.
Please list any injuries or ailments that have affected your rowing or performance in other sports.
