Athletics at Howard University?

Hey guys, I was just wondering about the athletics programs at Howard University. Are they competitive? What sports are available? Any information would be super helpful!

Hey there! Howard University is a member of the NCAA Division I and competes in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC). They offer a variety of sports for both men and women. For men, they have football, basketball, baseball, soccer, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field, and cross country. For women, they provide basketball, soccer, softball, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field, volleyball, lacrosse, and bowling.

Despite being a historically black university, Howard's athletics teams are competitive within the MEAC and have had success in their respective sports. Some sports have strong records within the conference, while others continue to build and improve. As with any college athletics program, levels of competitiveness will vary depending on the sport and year.

One notable example is Howard's soccer program: in 2017, the men's team reached the NCAA Division I Tournament for the first time since 1997. Another example is the women's volleyball team, which has been consistently successful within the MEAC.

If you're interested in participating in athletics at Howard, it's a good idea to research the specific sports you're interested in and reach out to the coaching staff to learn more about their requirements, expectations, and any potential recruiting opportunities.

Overall, Howard University offers competitive athletics programs for NCAA Division I, and the variety of sports available provides students with options to participate in college-level athletics. Best of luck!