University of Montevallo Athletics

The Falcons compete in NCAA Division II, which means competitive athletics with scholarships but smaller crowds than the big Division I schools you see on TV. With 491 athletes out of 2,087 students, about 24% of the campus plays varsity sports. The school offers 18 different sports and awards $2,965,950 in athletic scholarships each year. Montevallo competes in the Gulf South Conference against other regional schools. Division II gives student-athletes a chance to compete seriously while still focusing on academics, which fits well with Montevallo's small liberal arts atmosphere. The relatively high percentage of student-athletes means sports are a visible part of campus life, though you won't find the same intensity as major college football programs.