The College of Idaho Athletics

The Coyotes compete in the NJCAA, which focuses on junior college athletics rather than traditional four-year college competition. With 520 athletes across 19 varsity sports, nearly half of the 1,049-student body participates in athletics. The athletic department distributes $3.3 million in scholarships, making sports a significant recruitment tool for this small liberal arts college. NJCAA competition typically features less intense fan culture than NCAA Division I but provides meaningful athletic opportunities for students who may transfer to four-year programs or continue at C of I. The school's suburban Idaho setting and 10:1 student-faculty ratio create an environment where student-athletes can balance competitive sports with the demanding PEAK curriculum. Nearly equal gender distribution means both men's and women's programs receive substantial support and participation.