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NCAA Divisions Explained: D1 vs. D2 vs. D3 for Student-Athletes

If you're a high school athlete (or the parent of one), navigating college sports can feel overwhelming. Terms like Division I, II, and III get tossed around — but what do they actually mean? And how do you figure out which one is the best fit?

Kate-Jen Barker-Schlegel

Apr 24, 20253 min read