Robert Morris University Athletics

Robert Morris competes at the NCAA Division I level, meaning serious athletic competition with full scholarships and significant campus attention to sports. The school awards $8.6 million in athletic scholarships across 15 varsity sports. With 469 total athletes among 2,866 students, about 16% of the student body participates in varsity athletics. The Colonials compete in the Horizon League and maintain a heated rivalry with nearby Duquesne University. Hockey stands out as the crown jewel program, with the team regularly competing for national championships and producing NHL talent. Football also draws strong support from the campus community. The school's athletic tradition runs deep, having produced notable professional athletes like NFL quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and MLB pitcher Matt Morris.