National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
Since 1937, the NAIA has administered programs and championships in proper balance with the overall educational experience. In 2000, the NAIA reaffirmed its purpose to enhance the character-building aspects of sport. Through Champions of Character, the NAIA seeks to create an environment in which every student-athlete, coach, official and spectator is committed to the true spirit of competition through five core values: integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship and servant leadership.
Most recently, the association opened the doors to the NAIA Eligibility Center, where prospective student-athletes are evaluated for academic and athletic eligibility. It delivers on our larger promise of integrity by leveling the playing field, guiding student-athlete success, and ensuring fair competition. Providing student-athletes a chance to connect with NAIA schools and coaches helps them make the best decision to prepare them for success in both college and athletics.
• 60,000 student-athletes
• 13 sports and 23 national championships
• Close to 300 colleges and universities and conferences
• $450 million in athletic scholar
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NAIA College or University
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City, State
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Conference
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Enrollment
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Austin, Tx
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Red River
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742
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Hawkins, TX
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Red River
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627
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Lubbock, TX
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Sooner
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1,504
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Northwood University
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Cedar Hill, TX
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Sooner
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913
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San Antonio, TX
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Red River
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2,207
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Dallas, TX
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Red River
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373
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Waxahachie, TX
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Sooner
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1,832
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Tyler, TX
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Red River
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750
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Texas Wesleyan University
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Fort Worth, TX
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Sooner
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2,189
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Victoria, TX
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A.I.I.
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1,730
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Houston, TX
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Red River
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3,524
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Brownsville, TX
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Red River
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17,189
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Plainview, TX
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Sooner
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1,402
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Marshall, TX
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Red River
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1,100
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