Savannah State University Athletics

Savannah State competes in NCAA Division II, which means moderate athletic scholarships and regional competition without the massive crowds of top-tier programs. Just 9.7% of the 2,727 students participate in varsity athletics across 11 sports. The Tigers play in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference alongside other historically black institutions. The football program has struggled in recent years, including a notable period when the team went winless for multiple seasons. Basketball generates more consistent excitement on campus. The school awards $754,590 in athletic scholarships annually to its 265 student-athletes. Division II athletics at Savannah State focus more on student development than revenue generation, fitting the university's educational mission while maintaining competitive programs that serve the local community.