Athletics Overview
Framingham State competes in NCAA Division III, where sports focus on personal growth rather than athletic scholarships or packed stadiums. With 320 athletes across 14 varsity teams, about 13% of the 2,556-student body participates in intercollegiate athletics. The Rams compete in the Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference alongside other state universities. Division III emphasizes the student-athlete experience without the pressure of athletic scholarships, allowing players to compete while prioritizing academics. The athletic program offers $0 in scholarships, which is typical for D-III schools that stress participation over recruitment. For a small public university, having 14 sports provides solid opportunities for students seeking competitive athletics without the intensity of higher divisions.
Athletics Details
Source: EADA / U.S. Department of Education
- Athletic Association
- NCAA Division III
- Conference
- Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference
- Team Nickname
- Rams
- Varsity Sports
- 14
- Student-Athletes
- 320
- Athletic Scholarships
- N/A — NCAA Division III does not offer athletic scholarships
Sports
Men's (6)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Ice Hockey
- Soccer
Women's (8)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field (Outdoor)
- Volleyball