Saint Francis University shifts to NCAA Division III in 2026 to emphasize academics over sports.

Saint Francis University in Pennsylvania has decided to move from NCAA Division I to Division III starting in the 2026-27 academic year. The shift aims to provide a better balance between academics and athletics, reducing travel demands and allowing students to focus more on campus life. The university will join the Presidents' Athletic Conference, a move that the school believes will better support student-athletes in the evolving landscape of collegiate sports.