Morris College Athletics

Morris College competes in the NAIA, which sits between Division II and Division III in terms of competitiveness and offers athletic scholarships but without the massive budgets of major college sports. The Hornets field teams in 5 varsity sports with 72 total athletes, meaning about 17% of the 421 students participate in athletics. The school distributes $139,561 in athletic scholarships, helping many student-athletes afford college. As a historically Black college, Morris has deep roots in HBCU athletic traditions that emphasize both competition and community pride. The small enrollment creates an intimate atmosphere where games feel like family gatherings, and athletes often become campus leaders. NAIA schools like Morris focus on developing student-athletes who balance academics with sports, rather than treating athletics as a pathway to professional careers.