The Academy of Art University Athletic Department is proud to announce that it is
starting the schools first collegiate athletic program. We will be applying to the NCAA for
Division II status and begin official play 2008-2009. Each of our programs will offer
athletic scholarships to student-athletes who possess high athletic skill and academic
prowess. The
Urban Knights will sponsor the following teams:
• Cross Country/Track and Field (Men and Women)
• Soccer (Men and Women)
• Volleyball (Women)
• Basketball (Men and Women)
• Baseball
• Softball
• Golf (Men)
• Tennis (Women)
If you are interested in participating in Athletics
click here. For additional questions, please
contact
athletics@academyart.edu.
Prospective Student-Athletes
All students who want to participate in intercollegiate athletics MUST apply with the NCAA
Eligibility Center. This includes high school students, junior college transfer students, and
international students. Please note that the requirements for the NCAA are different than the
admissions standards at Academy of Art University. The athletics department must comply with
the
NCAA standards for eligibility.
Please refer to the following links for more information about competing within NCAA Division
II.
NCAA Eligibility Center:
https://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common/
College-Bound Student-Athlete:
http://www.ncaa.org/library/general/cbsa/2007-08/2007-08_cbsa.pdf
Transfer Guide:
http://www.ncaa.org/library/general/transfer_guide/2007-08/2007-08_transfer_guide.pdf
NCAA Website:
www.ncaa.org
The Academy of Art University is also proud to state that the school has developed its first
Dance Squad,
“The Academy Dames.”
The Academy of Art University Dance Squad
Urban Knights Mission Statement
Our mission is a dedication to distinction, sportsmanship, school
pride, teamwork, wellness and creativity. Through Academy of Art University Athletics,
student-athletes are able to better realize their full potential academically, personally, and
professionally, which is essential to college success.
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"I seek to inspire through the three A’s: Academics, the feeder of intellect and wisdom; Arts,
the emancipator of spirit and expression; and Athletics, the builder of physicality and
courage."
Dr. Jamie Williams
Athletic Director
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