Southeastern Louisiana University Athletics

Southeastern Louisiana competes in NCAA Division I, meaning serious athletic competition with full scholarships and a chance for national recognition. The Lions field 12 varsity sports and award $4,957,282 in athletic scholarships annually. With 381 total athletes among 9,514 students, about 4% of the campus participates in varsity athletics. The Lions compete in the Southland Conference alongside regional rivals. Their biggest rivalry runs with nearby Nicholls State University in what locals call a true Louisiana showdown. While not a powerhouse program, Division I status brings legitimate competition and school spirit to this Hammond campus. The athletic program serves as a source of pride for a university that draws 97% of its students from Louisiana.