Best D3 Men's Water Polo Programs, Ranked by Academic Score

Athletics and academics don't have to be a tradeoff. Below, we've ranked all 16 D3 men's Water Polo programs by academic score — a composite of retention rate, graduation rate, and long-term earnings that reflects the strength of the underlying school.

The average retention rate across D3 men's Water Polo programs is 85%, with an average graduation rate of 78%, and median earnings around $79,185.

Use this ranking to find programs at schools with strong academic outcomes, then read our guide on how to compare scholarship offers.