Elon University Athletics

Elon competes in NCAA Division I, meaning serious athletic programs with scholarship athletes and strong competition. The Phoenix field 15 varsity sports with 451 total athletes, representing about 7% of the 6,402-student body. The athletic department awards nearly $13 million in scholarships annually. Elon joined the Coastal Athletic Association in 2014, competing against schools like James Madison and William & Mary. Football has gained attention in recent years, making multiple FCS playoff appearances and winning conference championships. The Phoenix also field competitive programs in baseball and soccer. Students show solid support for athletics, though the atmosphere remains more intimate than major state universities. The relatively small student body creates a close-knit athletic community where student-athletes are well-known on campus.