Miles College Athletics

Miles College competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships while maintaining a balance between academics and competitive sports. The Golden Bears field 10 varsity teams and award $1,338,111 in athletic scholarships across 282 student-athletes. This means about 25% of the campus participates in varsity athletics, creating a strong athletic presence for a school of 1,151 students. The college competes in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference alongside other historically black institutions. Miles has traditionally been competitive in football and basketball within HBCU circles. The Golden Bears maintain spirited rivalries with fellow SIAC schools, particularly Alabama State and Tuskegee University. The 12:1 student-faculty ratio extends to personalized attention for student-athletes balancing competition with academics.