Pace University Athletics

Pace competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships but maintains a balance between academics and athletics without the intense pressure of Division I programs. The Setters field 14 varsity sports teams with 417 total athletes, meaning about 5.4% of students compete at the varsity level. The athletic department awards $3.3 million in scholarships annually across all sports. Pace belongs to the Northeast 10 Conference, competing against regional rivals like Adelphi University and Southern New Hampshire University. The program emphasizes student-athlete development rather than major sports spectacle. Most games draw modest crowds of students, families, and local supporters. The athletic facilities serve both varsity teams and the broader student body for recreation and fitness activities.