Mount Saint Mary College Athletics

Mount Saint Mary College competes in NCAA Division III, where athletics focus on personal development rather than athletic scholarships. The Knights field 16 varsity sports with 246 total athletes, meaning about 19% of the 1,268 students participate in varsity athletics. Division III emphasizes the student-athlete experience without the pressure of athletic scholarships or major media attention. The school competes in the Skyline Conference alongside other small colleges in New York and New Jersey. The Knights have built solid programs across their sports offerings, though they're not widely known for dominating any particular sport. With nearly one in five students competing at the varsity level, athletics provide a significant way for students to stay engaged on the small Newburgh campus while balancing academic commitments.