University of Saint Joseph Athletics

The Blue Jays compete in NCAA Division III, where sports focus on personal development rather than athletic scholarships or major media attention. With 278 athletes across 16 varsity sports, about 34% of the 825-student body participates in athletics. The university offers zero athletic scholarships, typical for Division III schools that emphasize academics over recruitment. Saint Joseph competes in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference alongside similar Catholic and private institutions in the Northeast. The high participation rate reflects the school's small size and community-oriented culture rather than top athletic prowess. Women's sports receive strong support given the school's history as a women's college, with 71% of students being female. The athletic program serves as recreation and character building for students pursuing demanding programs in nursing and health sciences.