Parkland College Athletics

The Cobras compete in the NCCAA with 8 varsity sports and 143 total athletes. Just 4.3% of Parkland's 3,293 students participate in varsity athletics. The NCCAA represents mid-level competition for community colleges, offering athletic scholarships but without the intensity of Division I programs. Parkland awards $469,670 in athletic scholarships across all sports. The college fields teams in traditional community college sports like basketball and baseball. As a newer institution founded in 1967, Parkland lacks deep athletic traditions compared to four-year universities. The athletic program serves primarily as a stepping stone for students looking to transfer to four-year schools or develop skills before entering the workforce. The Cobras provide competitive opportunities without the massive time commitments seen at higher levels.