1996 United States Olympic trials (swimming)

The 1996 United States Olympic Trials for swimming were held in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the Indiana University Natatorium from March 6-13, 1996. This meet served as the selection event for the United States Olympic swimming team that competed at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia.

The trials featured intense competition among American swimmers vying for a coveted spot on the Olympic team. Swimmers had to meet specific qualifying standards to participate in the trials. The top two finishers in each individual event typically qualified for the Olympic team, subject to meeting or exceeding a predetermined Olympic qualifying time. In some events, depending on the overall performance, the third-place finisher could also qualify, particularly in relays.

Several notable performances and upsets occurred during the 1996 trials. The event showcased established stars as well as emerging talent. The trials provided a platform for swimmers to achieve personal bests and realize their Olympic dreams. The results of the trials directly determined the composition of the US swimming team, which went on to compete in Atlanta, contributing significantly to the overall success of the United States at the Olympic Games.