Athletics Overview
Randolph-Macon competes in NCAA Division III, meaning sports focus on personal development rather than big-time athletics with no athletic scholarships available. With 536 athletes out of 1,489 total students, about 36% of the student body participates in varsity sports. The Yellow Jackets field 18 varsity teams in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. This high participation rate reflects the school's emphasis on well-rounded student experiences rather than spectator sports. Division III athletics allow students to compete seriously while prioritizing academics. The college has built a solid reputation in ODAC competition across multiple sports. Games draw modest but engaged crowds of fellow students and local community members. The athletic program serves as a major part of campus life and student engagement at this small liberal arts college.
Athletics Details
Source: EADA / U.S. Department of Education
- Athletic Association
- NCAA Division III
- Conference
- Old Dominion Athletic Conf.
- Team Nickname
- Yellow Jackets
- Varsity Sports
- 18
- Student-Athletes
- 536
- Athletic Scholarships
- N/A — NCAA Division III does not offer athletic scholarships
Sports
Men's (9)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Women's (9)
- Basketball
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball