All schools listed are NCAA Division III with on-campus housing, a track & field program, and a high acceptance rate.
| # | School | Location | Division | Approx. Acceptance Rate | Undergrad Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Central College | Naperville, IL | NCAA DIII | ~60% | ~3,000 |
| 2 | Wartburg College | Waverly, IA | NCAA DIII | ~80% | ~1,500 |
| 3 | Augustana College | Rock Island, IL | NCAA DIII | ~65% | ~2,500 |
| 4 | Loras College | Dubuque, IA | NCAA DIII | ~82% | ~1,500 |
| 5 | Bethel University | St. Paul, MN | NCAA DIII | ~83% | ~2,800 |
| 6 | Linfield University | McMinnville, OR | NCAA DIII | ~80% | ~2,000 |
| 7 | Elmhurst University | Elmhurst, IL | NCAA DIII | ~72% | ~3,000 |
| 8 | Simpson College | Indianola, IA | NCAA DIII | ~80% | ~1,400 |
| 9 | Coe College | Cedar Rapids, IA | NCAA DIII | ~65% | ~1,300 |
| 10 | Wheaton College | Wheaton, IL | NCAA DIII | ~77% | ~2,500 |
Notable: North Central College has one of the most successful DIII track & field programs, with numerous national championships.