Stetson University Athletics

Stetson competes in NCAA Division I athletics, meaning the school offers athletic scholarships and maintains a serious sports culture. The Hatters field 18 varsity teams in the Atlantic Sun Conference, distributing over $8 million in athletic scholarships annually. With 458 total athletes among 2,292 students, roughly 20% of the student body participates in varsity sports. The school's baseball program stands out as its crown jewel, having produced numerous MLB players and consistently ranking among the nation's top programs. The Hatters baseball team plays at Melching Field, one of the top college baseball facilities in the country. Basketball and soccer also draw strong community support in the small college town of DeLand, where athletics help bind the campus together.