Marian University Athletics

Marian competes in the NAIA, a mid-level division that offers athletic scholarships but with smaller crowds than major college sports. The Knights field 24 varsity sports with 834 total athletes. That means roughly 36% of students compete in varsity athletics, creating a campus where sports participation is strongly high. The university awarded over $11.4 million in athletic scholarships, demonstrating significant investment in recruiting talent. Marian competes in the Crossroads League alongside other Indiana and regional schools. The Knights have built particularly strong programs in cycling and football in recent years. With nearly four in ten students playing a varsity sport, athletics creates a major part of campus culture at this Catholic institution.