Question 1

How competitive is PennWest Clarion's swim program?

Accepted Answer

PennWest Clarion's swim program competes in the PSAC Conference. The team finished 4th at the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Championships in 2025–26.

Question 2

What times do I need to make PennWest Clarion's swim team?

Accepted Answer

Roster times vary by event, but a swimmer aiming for PennWest Clarion's roster typically needs to be near or below 100 Free (49.40), 1650 Free (18:13.57), 400 IM (4:15.73) — the top 75% of the current roster. Use the Where You Fit calculator above to see how your specific times compare.

Question 3

Does PennWest Clarion recruit internationally?

Accepted Answer

No. PennWest Clarion's current roster is entirely from US states. The program recruits primarily from Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Texas.

Question 4

What's the academic profile at PennWest Clarion?

Accepted Answer

PennWest Clarion's acceptance rate is 94%, the 6-year graduation rate is 50%, median earnings 6 years after graduation are $38K.

Question 5

How many swimmers does PennWest Clarion send to NCAAs?

Accepted Answer

In 2025–26, PennWest Clarion didn't qualify swimmers for NCAA Championships, but 16 scored at the PSAC Championships.

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