Volleyball at College
College Volleyball in the USA is an incredible experience! Read to learn more about the opportunity and if this could be the right path for you!
College Volleyball is rapidly growing and gaining national recognition as a top women’s collegiate sport. Here you’ll find all the key information on how you could obtain a scholarship and become a student-athlete in the USA.
How many colleges offer Volleyball and what does a scholarship look like?
Volleyball is a well-established collegiate sport in the USA, with around 1,800 colleges offering Women’s varsity programs across NCAA D1, NCAA D2, NCAA D3, NAIA and NJCAA (Junior Colleges). And for Men’s Volleyball, there are 239 universities with varsity teams across all divisions and organisations.
If you’re interested in understanding how a scholarship is constructed, you can read more on our Scholarships at College blog.
Cal State University Long Beach Men’s Volleyball
When do the Volleyball seasons take place?
Women’s Volleyball is a Fall sport, running from mid-August through late-November. The season typically starts with non-conference games and tournaments in August and September, followed by conference play in October. Postseason play, including conference championships and the national tournaments, take place in November, culminating in the national championship match.
Outside of the fall season, teams usually hold pre-season training, practices, and spring workouts to develop skills, fitness, and team cohesion.
Men’s Volleyball is a Spring sport, running from early January until early May. It follows the same progression as the women’s season described above.
How do College Volleyball coaches assess you?
College coaches assess potential recruits by watching video footage. Your footage can be a combination of club, school, regional and national team games. It’s worth keeping in mind that your clips should demonstrate your strongest attributes in order to ensure you stand out!
How can I maximise my scholarship package?
When playing Volleyball at College, it’s important to balance your athletic performance with your academic achievements. Strong grades and competitive SAT/ACT scores can help you access more academic scholarship funding, which can reduce how much you rely on athletic scholarships to cover tuition and living expenses.
LSU Women’s Volleyball
Next Steps:
If you’re a passionate Volleyball player looking to explore college opportunities in the USA, we’d love to hear from you. To get started, please complete the CV Form below: