Lincoln University Athletics

Lincoln University competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships while maintaining a balance between academics and sports. The Blue Tigers field teams in 8 varsity sports with 197 total athletes, meaning about 15% of the 1,357-student body participates in athletics. The school awards $1,366,306 in athletic scholarships annually. Lincoln competes in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) alongside schools like Central Missouri and Northwest Missouri State. As Missouri's historically black public university, Lincoln has a proud athletic tradition that dates back over a century. The Blue Tigers are particularly known for their football program, which has produced NFL players and won conference championships. Basketball also draws strong campus support, with games creating a active atmosphere in the small Jefferson City setting.