Lincoln Memorial University Athletics

Lincoln Memorial University competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships while maintaining a strong academic focus. The Railsplitters field teams in 19 varsity sports and award $4.45 million in athletic scholarships annually. With 432 total athletes out of 1,487 students, nearly 29% of the campus participates in varsity athletics. The school competes in the South Atlantic Conference against regional rivals. Lincoln Memorial has built a reputation for strong programs across multiple sports, particularly benefiting from its location in eastern Tennessee where outdoor recreation and competitive athletics are deeply valued. The Division II level allows student-athletes to compete at a high level while pursuing rigorous academic programs, especially in the university's well-regarded health sciences and veterinary medicine programs.