Coker University Athletics

Coker fields 22 varsity sports teams competing in NCAA Division II, which means serious athletics with scholarships but smaller crowds than major college sports. The Cobras belong to the South Atlantic Conference and award $3,186,608 in athletic scholarships annually. With 461 athletes out of 807 total students, about 57% of the campus plays varsity sports, making this one of the most athletic student bodies you'll find anywhere. Division II attracts student-athletes who want to compete at a high level while getting a quality education without the pressure cooker environment of Division I. The school's location in small-town South Carolina creates tight community support for teams. This level of athletic participation means sports culture touches most students' daily lives, whether they're competing, cheering from the stands, or dating someone on a team.