Athletics Overview
Assumption competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships while maintaining balance between academics and sports. The Greyhounds field 22 varsity teams in the Northeast 10 Conference, distributing $4.3 million in athletic scholarships. With 681 athletes among 1,664 total students, roughly 41% of the student body participates in varsity athletics. This high participation rate reflects the school's commitment to athletic involvement alongside its Catholic liberal arts mission. Division II athletics provide competitive opportunities without the intense pressure of Division I programs, allowing student-athletes to excel both on the field and in the classroom. The Northeast 10 Conference includes regional rivals and maintains strong competition across New England. The Greyhounds' athletic culture contributes to campus life and school spirit.
Athletics Details
Source: EADA / U.S. Department of Education
- Athletic Association
- NCAA Division II
- Conference
- Northeast 10 Conference
- Team Nickname
- Greyhounds
- Varsity Sports
- 22
- Student-Athletes
- 681
- Athletic Scholarships
- $4,293,463
Sports
Men's (10)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's (12)
- Basketball
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
- Volleyball