University of North Carolina at Pembroke Athletics

UNC Pembroke competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships but maintains a balance between academics and athletics without the intensity of major college sports. The Braves field 12 varsity teams and award $1,682,582 in athletic scholarships annually. With 444 total athletes among 5,386 students, about 8% of the student body participates in varsity sports. The university competes in Conference Carolinas against regional rivals. Division II athletics at UNCP provides serious competition while keeping sports accessible to the broader student community. The Braves have built respectable programs that reflect the university's commitment to serving both traditional students and those from the local Lumbee community. Student-athletes benefit from the 14:1 student-faculty ratio while pursuing both academic and athletic excellence.