Hey there, I've been researching the University of Rhode Island (URI) and I'm curious to know if they participate in Division 1 athletics. Can anyone help me out with this?
Yes, the University of Rhode Island (URI) is part of NCAA Division I for athletics. URI competes in the Atlantic 10 Conference for most sports, but its football team participates in the Colonial Athletic Association. As a Division I school, URI offers a competitive level of athletics and provides opportunities for student-athletes to compete at a high level while pursuing their academics.
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