Wheaton College sponsors 26 NCAA Division III and intercollegiate varsity teams competing in the New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic Conference (NEWMAC). Wheaton is also one of only two colleges nationwide—and the only one on the East Coast—offering five varsity aquatic sports, including the longest active collegiate Artistic Swimming program in the United States. Other ways to stay active on campus include club sports, intramurals, a fitness center and the Wheaton Woods walking and running trail.
Highlight Reel
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NCAA Division III National Championships
71
NEWMAC Championships
67
Named National Champions
Student Althete Experience
- Flexible Curriculum: accommodates varsity practices and travel with freedom to pursue honors pathways, double majors, internships or study abroad and join student clubs.
- Wheaton Athletic Mentors: offer peer-led support focused on balancing academic success, athletic performance and mental wellness.
- Academic and Athletic Excellence: opportunities to earn prestigious academic honors (like Fulbright Scholarships) alongside All-American and NEWMAC athletic accolades.
- Built-in Community: join team-bonding activities such as game nights, movie nights and the annual tug-of-war ice cream social.
Varsity Sports
With a range of offerings across our courts, field and pool, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue your favorite sport or even play multiple sports across seasons.
Men
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Fencing
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Women
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Fencing
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Co-Ed
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- Artistic Swimming
- Artistic Swimming
Club and Intramural Sports
The Wheaton College Athletics Department offers a variety of club and intramural sports. These are a great way to stay active without the commitment of a varsity schedule. Explore our popular club and intramural offerings below. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, our athletics staff will help you access resources to launch your own team.
- Archery
- Basketball
- Cheerleading
- Equestrian
- Floor Hockey
- Ice Hockey
- Men’s Rugby
- Women’s Rugby
- Pickleball
- Soccer
- Ultimate Frisbee
Athletic Facilities
Every varsity team has a dedicated place to practice, train and compete and all students have access to facilities and equipment for club, intramural and recreation.
