Nova Southeastern University Athletics

Nova Southeastern competes in NCAA Division II, which means competitive athletics with scholarships but smaller crowds than major college sports. The Sharks field 15 varsity teams and award $4.57 million in athletic scholarships annually. With 321 total athletes among 7,171 students, about 4.5% of the student body plays varsity sports. The university competes in the Sunshine State Conference alongside other Florida schools. NSU has built a respectable athletic program since transitioning to Division II, with particularly strong showings in baseball and soccer. The relatively new athletic facilities reflect the school's commitment to growing its sports presence. While not a sports-dominated campus culture, athletics provide a solid complement to the university's academic focus.