The 1966

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were contested March 11−12, 1966 at the

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at the second annual NCAA-sanctioned track meet to determine the individual and team national champions of men's collegiate University Division

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events in the

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topped the team standings, finishing one point ahead of USC. It was the Jayhawks' first title in program history.

Qualification

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championships for indoor track and field until 1985. As such, all athletes and teams from University and College Division programs were eligible to compete.

Team standings

* Note: Top 10 only

References

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