Otterbein University Athletics

Otterbein competes in NCAA Division III, which means sports focus on personal growth rather than scholarships or packed stadiums. The Cardinals field 17 varsity teams with 496 total athletes, making up about 24% of the 2,055 students. That's a much higher participation rate than you'd find at larger universities. Division III schools like Otterbein don't offer athletic scholarships ($0 in athletic aid), so players compete because they love their sport, not for money. The Cardinals play in the Ohio Athletic Conference against schools like Ohio Northern and Mount Union. While Otterbein isn't known as a sports powerhouse, the high athlete participation rate means you'll find plenty of school spirit and competitive games without the intense pressure of big-time college athletics.