Boston University Athletics

Boston University competes in NCAA Division I, where athletics operate at the highest college level with full scholarships and major media coverage. The Terriers field 19 varsity sports with 592 total athletes, meaning about 3.3% of the 17,850 students compete at the varsity level. BU awards $19.4 million in athletic scholarships annually. The university competes in the Patriot League, known for combining academic excellence with competitive athletics. Boston University has built a strong hockey tradition, with their men's ice hockey team winning five NCAA championships and regularly competing for national titles at the historic Agganis Arena. The Terriers also maintain competitive programs in basketball, soccer, and rowing. Their downtown Boston location attracts recruits who want big-city academics alongside Division I competition.