The Catholic University of America Athletics

Catholic University competes in NCAA Division III, where sports focus on personal development rather than big-time athletics with no athletic scholarships available. The Cardinals field 21 varsity teams in the Landmark Conference with 668 total athletes comprising roughly 22% of the student body. Division III emphasizes the student-athlete experience over commercial sports entertainment. The school's athletic program serves as a significant part of campus life given that more than one in five students participates in varsity competition. CUA's teams compete against other academically-focused institutions in the Landmark Conference including Goucher College and Susquehanna University. The Cardinals maintain a solid athletic tradition while staying true to the Division III philosophy of balancing academics with competitive sports participation.