Midwestern State University Athletics

Midwestern State competes in NCAA Division II, which sits between major college sports and small college athletics with partial athletic scholarships available. The Mustangs field teams in 12 varsity sports with 397 total athletes, meaning about 10% of the 4,043 students participate in intercollegiate athletics. The school distributes $2.4 million in athletic scholarships across all programs. MSU competes in the Lone Star Conference alongside other Texas regional universities. The Mustangs have developed particular strength in football and basketball over the years. Division II allows schools like MSU to offer competitive athletics while maintaining focus on academics and serving their regional student base. The athletic program provides opportunities for student-athletes who want to compete at a high level without the intense time commitment of Division I sports.