Palm Beach Atlantic University Athletics

Palm Beach Atlantic competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships while maintaining a balance between competition and academics. The Sailfish field 18 varsity sports with 371 total athletes, meaning about 15% of the student body participates in college athletics. The university distributes $3.9 million in athletic scholarships across its programs. PBA competes in the Sunshine State Conference alongside other Florida schools like Florida Southern and Nova Southeastern. The athletic program reflects the university's Christian mission, emphasizing character development alongside competitive excellence. With a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, student-athletes receive strong academic support. Division II allows the Sailfish to recruit talented athletes while keeping sports from dominating campus culture, fitting well with PBA's focus on faith-based education and professional preparation.