Mount Mercy University Athletics

Mount Mercy competes in NAIA athletics, which sits between Division I powerhouses and Division III personal enrichment programs. The Mustangs offer 21 varsity sports with 476 total athletes, meaning about 42% of the 1,135 students participate in athletics. The school distributes $3.4 million in athletic scholarships across its programs. Mount Mercy competes in the Heart of America Athletic Conference against regional rivals. The athletic program emphasizes both competition and character development, fitting the Catholic liberal arts mission. With a 13:1 student-faculty ratio extending to athletic support, student-athletes receive personalized attention from coaches. The Mustangs have built respectable programs in basketball and soccer over the years. Cedar Rapids provides a supportive community atmosphere for home games, though the intimate setting differs greatly from major college sports environments.