Marymount University Athletics

Marymount competes in NCAA Division III, where sports serve as personal enrichment rather than big-time entertainment with no athletic scholarships available. With 431 total athletes across 23 varsity sports, roughly 24% of the 1,795 students participate in athletics. The Saints play in the Atlantic East Conference against regional competitors. Division III emphasizes the student-athlete experience over commercial sports culture, meaning smaller crowds but genuine school spirit among participants. The program offers opportunities across traditional sports without the pressure of major college athletics. Students can pursue competitive sports while maintaining focus on academics. The relatively high participation rate reflects the school's commitment to providing athletic opportunities for a significant portion of its student body in the Washington DC area.