University of Central Florida Athletics

UCF competes at the NCAA Division I level, meaning big-time college sports with athletic scholarships and major media coverage. The Knights recently joined the strong Big 12 Conference, elevating their national profile . With 434 varsity athletes across 14 sports and $11.5 million in athletic scholarships, less than 1% of the 59,095 students compete at the varsity level. UCF has developed a heated rivalry with the University of South Florida, making their annual matchup a must-watch event. The football program has gained national attention in recent years, including an undefeated season that sparked College Football Playoff debates. The basketball teams also compete at a high level in one of college sports' most competitive conferences.