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MONROE UNIVERSITY–NEW ROCHELLE ATHLETICS

NCAA DIVISION II
EXPEDITED MEMBERSHIP

Monroe University–New Rochelle is preparing to submit its application for the NCAA Division II expedited provisional membership process on October 1, 2026.

PURSUING NCAA DIVISION II MEMBERSHIP
APPLICATION DATE
OCTOBER 1, 2026
MEMBERSHIP PATHWAY
EXPEDITED PROCESS
ANTICIPATED ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP
2029–30*
Current Status

Monroe Is Pursuing NCAA Division II Membership

Monroe University–New Rochelle is pursuing NCAA Division II membership through the expedited provisional membership process. Monroe is not currently an NCAA member institution.

OUR PATH

THE ROAD TO DIVISION II

Monroe is preparing for a multi-year transition focused on institutional readiness, NCAA education, compliance, student-athlete support and continued development of its athletics programs.

01
2026–27
APPLICATION PREPARATION

Institutional readiness, policies, systems, education and Division II preparation.

02
OCT. 1, 2026
APPLICATION SUBMITTED

Expedited provisional membership application submitted to the NCAA.

03
2027–28
PROVISIONAL YEAR ONE

Pending NCAA acceptance, Monroe begins the expedited provisional membership process.

04
2028–29
PROVISIONAL YEAR TWO

Continued implementation, assessment and NCAA review.

05
2029–30
ANTICIPATED ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP

Subject to successful completion of the membership process and final NCAA approval.

* All dates following application submission are anticipated and remain subject to NCAA review, acceptance, advancement requirements and final approval.
WHY NCAA DIVISION II?

A COMPREHENSIVE STUDENT-ATHLETE EXPERIENCE

Monroe's pursuit of NCAA Division II membership is rooted in a commitment to a comprehensive student-athlete experience integrating academic achievement, athletics competition, leadership, personal development and community engagement.

The transition provides opportunities to strengthen student support, athletics governance, health and safety, competitive opportunities and the long-term sustainability of Monroe Athletics.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS

Supporting academic achievement and student success.

COMPETITIVE EXCELLENCE

Creating opportunities for high-level collegiate competition.

STUDENT-ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT

Supporting leadership, personal development and long-term success.

INSTITUTIONAL INTEGRITY

Strengthening athletics governance, education and institutional responsibility.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Prioritizing student-athlete health, safety and well-being.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Encouraging leadership, service and meaningful community involvement.

CONFERENCE RELATIONSHIPS

PRIMARY CONFERENCE RELATIONSHIP

Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference

The Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) serves as Monroe University–New Rochelle's primary conference relationship.

CACC INFORMATION →
FOOTBALL SCHEDULING

Northeast-10 Conference

Monroe football has a scheduling alignment with the Northeast-10 Conference. This relationship should not be interpreted as Monroe being an NE10 football member unless that status formally changes.

NE10 INFORMATION →
INSTITUTIONAL COMMITMENT

A SHARED VISION FOR THE FUTURE

 
LUIS MELENDEZ
ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT / DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS

"Our pursuit of NCAA Division II membership is about building a sustainable future for Monroe Athletics and providing an exceptional collegiate experience for our student-athletes."

PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE

DIVISION II READINESS

Explore the areas supporting Monroe's preparation for the NCAA Division II membership process.

STUDENT-ATHLETE SUCCESS

Academic resources, advising, monitoring and student support.

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ATHLETICS COMPLIANCE

Institutional control, rules education and compliance monitoring.

EXPLORE →

SAAC

Student-athlete voice, leadership, service and engagement.

EXPLORE →

SPORTS MEDICINE

Health, safety, athletic training and student-athlete well-being.

EXPLORE →

STAFF DIRECTORY

Athletics administrators, coaches and support personnel.

EXPLORE →

ATHLETICS FACILITIES

Facilities supporting training, competition and the student-athlete experience.

EXPLORE →
UNIVERSITY MISSION

ATHLETICS WITHIN THE MONROE MISSION

Monroe's pursuit of NCAA Division II membership supports the University's commitment to student achievement, development, leadership and engagement.

MONROE MISSION & CORE VALUES →
THE DESTINATION
2029–30

ANTICIPATED ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP

Subject to successful completion of the membership process and final NCAA approval.

THE NEXT CHAPTER OF MONROE ATHLETICS
NCAA DIVISION II MEMBERSHIP NOTICE

Monroe University–New Rochelle is pursuing NCAA Division II membership through the expedited provisional membership process. Application does not constitute NCAA membership. Acceptance, advancement through the provisional process and eventual active membership remain subject to NCAA review and approval.

MONROE UNIVERSITY–NEW ROCHELLE ATHLETICS

THE FUTURE IS MOVING FORWARD.

Follow Monroe Athletics as we continue along the path toward NCAA Division II membership.