Caldwell University Athletics

Caldwell competes in NCAA Division II, where athletics matter but don't dominate campus life like at major universities. About 19% of the 1,437 students participate in varsity sports across 12 teams. The Cougars play in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference against regional rivals. Division II schools can offer athletic scholarships, and Caldwell distributes $2.37 million in athletic aid annually. The university fields both men's and women's teams in traditional sports like basketball, soccer, and baseball. With 280 total athletes on a small campus, student-athletes form a visible part of the community. The athletic program emphasizes both competition and academic achievement, fitting the school's mission as a Catholic institution focused on developing well-rounded graduates.