Texas Woman's University Athletics

Texas Woman's University competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships but with less intensity than major Division I programs. Only 174 students participate in varsity athletics out of 8,804 total enrollment, meaning just 2% of students are varsity athletes. The Pioneers field teams in 8 sports and distribute $956,795 in athletic scholarships across their programs. TWU competes in the Lone Star Conference alongside other Texas regional universities. The athletic program reflects the school's overall character as a specialized institution focused on health sciences rather than sports culture. With 91% of students being women, traditional team sports take a backseat to the university's academic mission. The Division II level allows student-athletes to compete seriously while maintaining focus on their studies in TWU's well-known nursing and therapy programs.