University of Georgia Athletics

UGA competes in NCAA Division I, meaning big-time college athletics with full scholarships and national TV coverage. Just 1.8% of the 31,310 students are varsity athletes across 17 sports, but the entire campus revolves around Bulldogs football. The team plays in the strong Southeastern Conference, widely considered college football's toughest league. Georgia distributes over $12.4 million in athletic scholarships annually. The rivalry with Georgia Tech defines Atlanta, while battles against Auburn and Florida pack Sanford Stadium with over 90,000 screaming fans. Football success drives campus culture here. The Bulldogs won the national championship in 2021, cementing Athens as a college sports mecca. Students without season tickets struggle to find game-day entertainment that doesn't involve the team.