Newberry College Athletics

Newberry competes in NCAA Division II, which means solid athletic programs with scholarships but smaller crowds than major universities. The Wolves field 19 varsity sports and award over $5 million in athletic scholarships annually. With 801 athletes among 1,462 total students, an impressive 55% of the student body participates in varsity athletics. The school competes in the South Atlantic Conference, known for competitive Division II programs across the Southeast. Newberry has built a reputation as an athletic powerhouse in wrestling, with multiple national championships and All-Americans over the years. The football and basketball programs also draw strong local support in this small South Carolina town. For many students, athletics provide both scholarship opportunities and a path to strong campus involvement.