The FCS Frontier
An exhaustive exploration of collegiate football's premier subdivision, from historic programs to emerging contenders. Discover team details, conference affiliations, and program histories.
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FCS Programs
Current FCS Landscape
The Football Championship Subdivision (FCS), formerly Division I-AA, encompasses 129 collegiate football programs across the United States as of the 2025 season. These institutions compete for the NCAA Division I Football Championship, with most offering athletic scholarships, excluding the Ivy League and Pioneer Football League.
Program Directory
Below is a comprehensive list of NCAA Division I FCS football programs, detailing their team name, school, location, establishment year, first FCS season, and conference affiliation.
| Team | Name | School | City | State | Established | First FCS Season | Conference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene Christian | Wildcats | Abilene Christian University | Abilene | Texas | 1919 | 2017 | UAC |
| Alabama A&M | Bulldogs | Alabama A&M University | Normal | Alabama | 1912 | 1999 | SWAC |
| Alabama State | Hornets | Alabama State University | Montgomery | Alabama | 1901 | 1982 | SWAC |
| Albany | Great Danes | State University of New York at Albany | Albany | New York | 1922 | 1999 | CAA Football |
| Alcorn State | Braves | Alcorn State University | Lorman | Mississippi | 1921 | 1978 | SWAC |
| Arkansas–Pine Bluff | Golden Lions | University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff | Pine Bluff | Arkansas | 1916 | 1998 | SWAC |
| Austin Peay | Governors | Austin Peay State University | Clarksville | Tennessee | 1930 | 1978 | UAC |
| Bethune–Cookman | Wildcats | Bethune–Cookman University | Daytona Beach | Florida | 1925 | 1980 | SWAC |
| Brown | Bears | Brown University | Providence | Rhode Island | 1878 | 1982 | Ivy |
| Bryant | Bulldogs | Bryant University | Smithfield | Rhode Island | 1999 | 2012 | CAA Football |
| Bucknell | Bison | Bucknell University | Lewisburg | Pennsylvania | 1883 | 1978 | Patriot |
| Butler | Bulldogs | Butler University | Indianapolis | Indiana | 1887 | 1993 | PFL |
| Cal Poly | Mustangs | California Polytechnic State University | San Luis Obispo | California | 1915 | 1994 | Big Sky |
| Campbell | Fighting Camels | Campbell University | Buies Creek | North Carolina | 1925; 2008 | 2008 | CAA Football |
| Central Arkansas | Bears | University of Central Arkansas | Conway | Arkansas | 1908 | 2010 | UAC |
| Central Connecticut | Blue Devils | Central Connecticut State University | New Britain | Connecticut | 1935 | 1993 | NEC |
| Charleston Southern | Buccaneers | Charleston Southern University | North Charleston | South Carolina | 1985 | 1993 | OVC–Big South |
| Chattanooga | Mocs | University of Tennessee at Chattanooga | Chattanooga | Tennessee | 1899 | 1982 | SoCon |
| The Citadel | Bulldogs | The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina | Charleston | South Carolina | 1905 | 1982 | SoCon |
| Colgate | Raiders | Colgate University | Hamilton | New York | 1890 | 1982 | Patriot |
| Columbia | Lions | Columbia University | New York | New York | 1870 | 1982 | Ivy |
| Cornell | Big Red | Cornell University | Ithaca | New York | 1887 | 1982 | Ivy |
| Dartmouth | Big Green | Dartmouth College | Hanover | New Hampshire | 1881 | 1982 | Ivy |
| Davidson | Wildcats | Davidson College | Davidson | North Carolina | 1896 | 1978; 1993 | PFL |
| Dayton | Flyers | University of Dayton | Dayton | Ohio | 1903 | 1993 | PFL |
| Delaware State | Hornets | Delaware State University | Dover | Delaware | 1924 | 1978; 1980 | MEAC |
| Drake | Bulldogs | Drake University | Des Moines | Iowa | 1893 | 1982; 1993 | PFL |
| Duquesne | Dukes | Duquesne University | Pittsburgh | Pennsylvania | 1891 | 1993 | NEC |
| East Tennessee State | Buccaneers | East Tennessee State University | Johnson City | Tennessee | 1920; 2015 | 1982; 2015 | SoCon |
| East Texas A&M | Lions | East Texas A&M University | Commerce | Texas | 1915 | 2025 | Southland |
| Eastern Illinois | Panthers | Eastern Illinois University | Charleston | Illinois | 1899 | 1981 | OVC–Big South |
| Eastern Kentucky | Colonels | Eastern Kentucky University | Richmond | Kentucky | 1891 | 1978 | UAC |
| Eastern Washington | Eagles | Eastern Washington University | Cheney | Washington | 1901 | 1984 | Big Sky |
| Elon | Phoenix | Elon University | Elon | North Carolina | 1909 | 1999 | CAA Football |
| Florida A&M | Rattlers | Florida A&M University | Tallahassee | Florida | 1907 | 1979 | SWAC |
| Fordham | Rams | Fordham University | New York | New York | 1881 | 1989 | Patriot |
| Furman | Paladins | Furman University | Greenville | South Carolina | 1889 | 1982 | SoCon |
| Gardner–Webb | Runnin' Bulldogs | Gardner–Webb University | Boiling Springs | North Carolina | 1946 | 2002 | OVC–Big South |
| Georgetown | Hoyas | Georgetown University | Washington | District of Columbia | 1881 | 1993 | Patriot |
| Grambling State | Tigers | Grambling State University | Grambling | Louisiana | 1927 | 1978 | SWAC |
| Hampton | Pirates | Hampton University | Hampton | Virginia | 1902 | 1997 | CAA Football |
| Harvard | Crimson | Harvard University | Cambridge | Massachusetts | 1873 | 1982 | Ivy |
| Holy Cross | Crusaders | College of the Holy Cross | Worcester | Massachusetts | 1891 | 1982 | Patriot |
| Houston Christian | Huskies | Houston Christian University | Houston | Texas | 2013 | 2014 | Southland |
| Howard | Bison | Howard University | Washington | District of Columbia | 1882 | 1978; 1980 | MEAC |
| Idaho | Vandals | University of Idaho | Moscow | Idaho | 1893 | 1978; 2018 | Big Sky |
| Idaho State | Bengals | Idaho State University | Pocatello | Idaho | 1902 | 1978 | Big Sky |
| Illinois State | Redbirds | Illinois State University | Normal | Illinois | 1887 | 1982 | MVFC |
| Incarnate Word | Cardinals | University of the Incarnate Word | San Antonio | Texas | 2009 | 2017 | Southland |
| Indiana State | Sycamores | Indiana State University | Terre Haute | Indiana | 1895 | 1982 | MVFC |
| Jackson State | Tigers | Jackson State University | Jackson | Mississippi | 1911 | 1978 | SWAC |
| Lafayette | Leopards | Lafayette College | Easton | Pennsylvania | 1882 | 1978 | Patriot |
| Lamar | Cardinals | Lamar University | Beaumont | Texas | 1923; 2009 | 1982; 2010 | Southland |
| Lehigh | Mountain Hawks | Lehigh University | Bethlehem | Pennsylvania | 1884 | 1978 | Patriot |
| Lindenwood | Lions | Lindenwood University | St. Charles | Missouri | 1990 | 2025 | OVC–Big South |
| LIU | Sharks | Long Island University | Brookville | New York | 1957 | 2019 | NEC |
| Maine | Black Bears | University of Maine | Orono | Maine | 1892 | 1978 | CAA Football |
| Marist | Red Foxes | Marist College | Poughkeepsie | New York | 1965 | 1993 | PFL |
| McNeese | Cowboys | McNeese State University | Lake Charles | Louisiana | 1950 | 1982 | Southland |
| Mercer | Bears | Mercer University | Macon | Georgia | 1891; 2013 | 2013 | SoCon |
| Merrimack | Warriors | Merrimack College | North Andover | Massachusetts | 1947 | 2023 | Independent |
| Mississippi Valley State | Delta Devils | Mississippi Valley State University | Itta Bena | Mississippi | 1953 | 1980 | SWAC |
| Monmouth | Hawks | Monmouth University | West Long Branch | New Jersey | 1993 | 1994 | CAA Football |
| Montana | Grizzlies | University of Montana | Missoula | Montana | 1897 | 1978 | Big Sky |
| Montana State | Bobcats | Montana State University | Bozeman | Montana | 1897 | 1978 | Big Sky |
| Morehead State | Eagles | Morehead State University | Morehead | Kentucky | 1924 | 1978 | PFL |
| Morgan State | Bears | Morgan State University | Baltimore | Maryland | 1897 | 1986 | MEAC |
| Murray State | Racers | Murray State University | Murray | Kentucky | 1924 | 1978 | MVFC |
| New Hampshire | Wildcats | University of New Hampshire | Durham | New Hampshire | 1893 | 1978 | CAA Football |
| Nicholls | Colonels | Nicholls State University | Thibodaux | Louisiana | 1972 | 1980 | Southland |
| Norfolk State | Spartans | Norfolk State University | Norfolk | Virginia | 1938 | 1997 | MEAC |
| North Alabama | Lions | University of North Alabama | Florence | Alabama | 1912 | 2022 | UAC |
| North Carolina A&T | Aggies | North Carolina A&T State University | Greensboro | North Carolina | 1901 | 1978; 1980 | CAA Football |
| North Carolina Central | Eagles | North Carolina Central University | Durham | North Carolina | 1921 | 2011 | MEAC |
| North Dakota | Fighting Hawks | University of North Dakota | Grand Forks | North Dakota | 1894 | 2012 | MVFC |
| North Dakota State | Bison | North Dakota State University | Fargo | North Dakota | 1894 | 2008 | MVFC |
| Northern Arizona | Lumberjacks | Northern Arizona University | Flagstaff | Arizona | 1915 | 1978 | Big Sky |
| Northern Colorado | Bears | University of Northern Colorado | Greeley | Colorado | 1892 | 2007 | Big Sky |
| Northern Iowa | Panthers | University of Northern Iowa | Cedar Falls | Iowa | 1895 | 1981 | MVFC |
| Northwestern State | Demons | Northwestern State University | Natchitoches | Louisiana | 1907 | 1978 | Southland |
| Penn | Quakers | University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia | Pennsylvania | 1876 | 1982 | Ivy |
| Portland State | Vikings | Portland State University | Portland | Oregon | 1947 | 1978; 1998 | Big Sky |
| Prairie View A&M | Panthers | Prairie View A&M University | Prairie View | Texas | 1906 | 1978 | SWAC |
| Presbyterian | Blue Hose | Presbyterian College | Clinton | South Carolina | 1913 | 2011 | PFL |
| Princeton | Tigers | Princeton University | Princeton | New Jersey | 1869 | 1982 | Ivy |
| Rhode Island | Rams | University of Rhode Island | Kingston | Rhode Island | 1895 | 1978 | CAA Football |
| Richmond | Spiders | University of Richmond | Richmond | Virginia | 1881 | 1982 | Patriot |
| Robert Morris | Colonials | Robert Morris University | Moon Township | Pennsylvania | 1994 | 1998 | NEC |
| Sacramento State | Hornets | California State University, Sacramento | Sacramento | California | 1954 | 1993 | Big Sky |
| Sacred Heart | Pioneers | Sacred Heart University | Fairfield | Connecticut | 1991 | 1999 | Independent |
| Saint Francis (PA) | Red Flash | Saint Francis University | Loretto | Pennsylvania | 1909 | 1993 | NEC |
| St. Thomas | Tommies | University of St. Thomas | Saint Paul | Minnesota | 1904 | 2025 | PFL |
| Samford | Bulldogs | Samford University | Birmingham | Alabama | 1902 | 1989 | SoCon |
| San Diego | Toreros | University of San Diego | San Diego | California | 1956 | 1993 | PFL |
| South Carolina State | Bulldogs | South Carolina State University | Orangeburg | South Carolina | 1906 | 1978; 1980 | MEAC |
| South Dakota | Coyotes | University of South Dakota | Vermillion | South Dakota | 1889 | 2012 | MVFC |
| South Dakota State | Jackrabbits | South Dakota State University | Brookings | South Dakota | 1889 | 2008 | MVFC |
| Southeast Missouri State | Redhawks | Southeast Missouri State University | Cape Girardeau | Missouri | 1902 | 1990 | OVC–Big South |
| Southeastern Louisiana | Lions | Southeastern Louisiana University | Hammond | Louisiana | 1930; 2003 | 1980; 2003 | Southland |
| Southern | Jaguars | Southern University | Baton Rouge | Louisiana | 1915 | 1978 | SWAC |
| Southern Illinois | Salukis | Southern Illinois University Carbondale | Carbondale | Illinois | 1904 | 1982 | MVFC |
| Southern Utah | Thunderbirds | Southern Utah University | Cedar City | Utah | 1929 | 1993 | UAC |
| Stephen F. Austin | Lumberjacks | Stephen F. Austin State University | Nacogdoches | Texas | 1923 | 1986 | Southland |
| Stetson | Hatters | Stetson University | DeLand | Florida | 1901; 2013 | 2013 | PFL |
| Stonehill | Skyhawks | Stonehill College | Easton | Massachusetts | 1970 | 2025 | NEC |
| Stony Brook | Seawolves | Stony Brook University | Stony Brook | New York | 1969 | 1999 | CAA Football |
| Tarleton State | Texans | Tarleton State University | Stephenville | Texas | 1899 | 2024 | UAC |
| Tennessee State | Tigers | Tennessee State University | Nashville | Tennessee | 1916 | 1981 | OVC–Big South |
| Tennessee Tech | Golden Eagles | Tennessee Technological University | Cookeville | Tennessee | 1917 | 1978 | OVC–Big South |
| Texas Southern | Tigers | Texas Southern University | Houston | Texas | 1947 | 1978 | SWAC |
| Towson | Tigers | Towson University | Towson | Maryland | 1968 | 1987 | CAA Football |
| UC Davis | Aggies | University of California, Davis | Davis | California | 1915 | 2007 | Big Sky |
| UT Martin | Skyhawks | University of Tennessee at Martin | Martin | Tennessee | 1953 | 1992 | OVC–Big South |
| Utah Tech | Trailblazers | Utah Tech University | St. George | Utah | 1911 | 2024 | UAC |
| UTRGV | Vaqueros | University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | Brownsville & Edinburg | Texas | 2025 | 2025 | Southland |
| Valparaiso | Beacons | Valparaiso University | Valparaiso | Indiana | 1906 | 1993 | PFL |
| Villanova | Wildcats | Villanova University | Villanova | Pennsylvania | 1894 | 1987 | CAA Football |
| VMI | Keydets | Virginia Military Institute | Lexington | Virginia | 1873 | 1982 | SoCon |
| Wagner | Seahawks | Wagner College | New York | New York | 1927 | 1993 | NEC |
| Weber State | Wildcats | Weber State University | Ogden | Utah | 1962 | 1978 | Big Sky |
| Western Carolina | Catamounts | Western Carolina University | Cullowhee | North Carolina | 1931 | 1982 | SoCon |
| Western Illinois | Leathernecks | Western Illinois University | Macomb | Illinois | 1903 | 1981 | OVC–Big South |
| William & Mary | Tribe | College of William & Mary | Williamsburg | Virginia | 1893 | 1982 | CAA Football |
| Wofford | Terriers | Wofford College | Spartanburg | South Carolina | 1889 | 1995 | SoCon |
| Yale | Bulldogs | Yale University | New Haven | Connecticut | 1872 | 1982 | Ivy |
| Youngstown State | Penguins | Youngstown State University | Youngstown | Ohio | 1938 | 1981 | MVFC |
Transitioning Programs
Moving Up to Division I
Several institutions are currently transitioning from NCAA Division II to FCS status. This process involves meeting NCAA requirements, securing conference invitations, and typically spans a three-to-four-year period during which teams are ineligible for postseason play.
Division II to FCS
The following programs are in the process of reclassifying their football programs to Division I FCS:
| Team | School | City | State | Founded | First Played | Conference | Full Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercyhurst Lakers | Mercyhurst University | Erie | Pennsylvania | 1926 | 1981 | NEC | 2027 |
| New Haven Chargers | University of New Haven | West Haven | Connecticut | 1920 | 1973 | NEC | 2028 |
| West Georgia Wolves | University of West Georgia | Carrollton | Georgia | 1906 | 1981 | UAC | 2027 |
New FCS Programs
Programs Establishing FCS Football
This section lists institutions that are adding or have recently added FCS football programs, along with their anticipated conference affiliations.
| Team | School | City | State | Future Conference | Begins Play |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago State Cougars | Chicago State University | Chicago | Illinois | NEC | 2026 |
Program Evolution
Moved to FBS
Several programs have transitioned from FCS (formerly Division I-AA) to the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). This typically involves increased scholarship limits, larger stadium requirements, and competition within higher-profile conferences.
Programs Dropped/Defunct
Some institutions have discontinued their FCS football programs over time due to various factors, including financial constraints or strategic shifts in athletic focus.
Historical FCS Programs
A look back at programs that previously competed in the FCS before moving to FBS or ceasing operations.
| School | Nickname | City | State | First FCS Season | Last FCS Season | Former FCS Conference | Current Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Akron | Zips | Akron | Ohio | 1979 | 1986 | Ohio Valley Conference | Division I FBS |
| Appalachian State University | Mountaineers | Boone | North Carolina | 1982 | 2013 | Southern Conference | Division I FBS |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | Blazers | Birmingham | Alabama | 1993 | 1995 | I-AA independent | Division I FBS |
| Arkansas State University | Red Wolves | Jonesboro | Arkansas | 1982 | 1991 | I-AA independent | Division I FBS |
| Ball State University | Cardinals | Muncie | Indiana | 1982 | 1983 | Mid-American Conference | Division I FBS |
| Boise State University | Broncos | Boise | Idaho | 1978 | 1991 | Big Sky Conference | Division I FBS |
| Boston University | Terriers | Boston | Massachusetts | 1978 | 1997 | Atlantic 10 Conference | Program dropped |
| Bowling Green State University | Falcons | Bowling Green | Ohio | 1982 | 1983 | Mid-American Conference | Division I FBS |
| University at Buffalo | Bulls | Buffalo | New York | 1993 | 1998 | I-AA independent | Division I FBS |
| California State University, Northridge | Matadors | Northridge | California | 1993 | 2001 | I-AA independent | Program dropped |
| Canisius University | Golden Griffins | Buffalo | New York | 1993 | 2002 | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference | Program dropped |
| University of Central Florida | Golden Knights | Orlando | Florida | 1990 | 1995 | I-AA independent | Division I FBS |
| University of Cincinnati | Bearcats | Cincinnati | Ohio | 1982 | 1982 | I-AA independent | Division I FBS |
| Coastal Carolina University | Chanticleers | Conway | South Carolina | 2003 | 2016 | I-AA independent | Division I FBS |
| University of Connecticut | Huskies | Storrs | Connecticut | 1978 | 1999 | Atlantic 10 Conference | Division I FBS |
| University of Delaware | Fightin' Blue Hens | Newark | Delaware | 1980 | 2024 | CAA Football | Division I FBS |
| Eastern Michigan University | Hurons | Ypsilanti | Michigan | 1982 | 1983 | Mid-American Conference | Division I FBS |
| University of Evansville | Purple Aces | Evansville | Indiana | 1993 | 1997 | Pioneer Football League | Program dropped |
| Fairfield University | Stags | Fairfield | Connecticut | 1997 | 2002 | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference | Program dropped |
| Florida Atlantic University | Owls | Boca Raton | Florida | 2001 | 2004 | I-AA independent | Division I FBS |
| Florida International University | Panthers | Miami | Florida | 2003 | 2004 | I-AA independent | Division I FBS |
| Georgia Southern University | Eagles | Statesboro | Georgia | 1984 | 2013 | Southern Conference | Division I FBS |
| Georgia State University | Panthers | Atlanta | Georgia | 2010 | 2012 | CAA Football | Division I FBS |
| Hofstra University | Pride | Hempstead | New York | 1993 | 2009 | CAA Football | Program dropped |
| Iona University | Gaels | New Rochelle | New York | 1993 | 2008 | FCS independent | Program dropped |
| Jacksonville University | Dolphins | Jacksonville | Florida | 1998 | 2019 | Pioneer Football League | Program dropped |
| Jacksonville State University | Gamecocks | Jacksonville | Alabama | 1997 | 2022 | ASUN Conference | Division I FBS |
| James Madison University | Dukes | Harrisonburg | Virginia | 1980 | 2021 | CAA Football | Division I FBS |
| Kennesaw State University | Owls | Kennesaw | Georgia | 2015 | 2023 | FCS independent | Division I FBS |
| Kent State University | Golden Flashes | Kent | Ohio | 1982 | 1983 | Mid-American Conference | Division I FBS |
| La Salle University | Explorers | Philadelphia | Pennsylvania | 1997 | 2007 | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference | Program dropped |
| Liberty University | Flames | Lynchburg | Virginia | 1989 | 2017 | Big South Conference | Division I FBS |
| Louisiana Tech University | Bulldogs | Ruston | Louisiana | 1982 | 1988 | I-AA independent | Division I FBS |
| Marshall University | Thundering Herd | Huntington | West Virginia | 1982 | 1996 | Southern Conference | Division I FBS |
| University of Massachusetts Amherst | Minutemen | Amherst | Massachusetts | 1978 | 2011 | CAA Football | Division I FBS |
| Miami University | RedHawks | Oxford | Ohio | 1982 | 1983 | Mid-American Conference | Division I FBS |
| Middle Tennessee State University | Blue Raiders | Murfreesboro | Tennessee | 1978 | 1998 | Ohio Valley Conference | Division I FBS |
| Missouri State University | Bears | Springfield | Missouri | 1982 | 2024 | MVFC | Division I FBS |
| Morris Brown College | Wolverines | Atlanta | Georgia | 2001 | 2003 | I-AA independent | Dropped athletics |
| University of Nevada, Reno | Wolf Pack | Reno | Nevada | 1978 | 1991 | Big Sky Conference | Division I FBS |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | 49ers | Charlotte | North Carolina | 2013 | 2014 | FCS independent | Division I FBS |
| University of North Texas | Mean Green | Denton | Texas | 1982 | 1994 | Southland Conference | Division I FBS |
| Northeast Louisiana University | Warhawks | Monroe | Louisiana | 1982 | 1993 | Southland Conference | Division I FBS |
| Northeastern University | Huskies | Boston | Massachusetts | 1978 | 2009 | CAA Football | Program dropped |
| Northern Illinois University | Huskies | DeKalb | Illinois | 1982 | 1983 | Mid-American Conference | Division I FBS |
| Ohio University | Bobcats | Athens | Ohio | 1982 | 1983 | Mid-American Conference | Division I FBS |
| Old Dominion University | Monarchs | Norfolk | Virginia | 2009 | 2013 | FCS independent | Division I FBS |
| St. John's University | Red Storm | Queens | New York | 1993 | 2002 | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference | Program dropped |
| Saint Mary's College of California | Gaels | Moraga | California | 1993 | 2003 | I-AA independent | Program dropped |
| Saint Peter's University | Peacocks | Jersey City | New Jersey | 1993 | 2006 | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference | Program dropped |
| Sam Houston State University | Bearkats | Huntsville | Texas | 1986 | 2022 | Western Athletic Conference | Division I FBS |
| Savannah State University | Tigers | Savannah | Georgia | 2002 | 2018 | Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference | Division II |
| Siena College | Saints | Loudonville | New York | 1993 | 2003 | Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference | Program dropped |
| University of South Alabama | Jaguars | Mobile | Alabama | 2010 | 2011 | FCS independent | Division I FBS |
| University of South Florida | Bulls | Tampa | Florida | 1997 | 2000 | I-AA independent | Division I FBS |
| Texas State University | Bobcats | San Marcos | Texas | 1984 | 2010 | FCS independent | Division I FBS |
| University of Texas at Arlington | Mavericks | Arlington | Texas | 1982 | 1985 | Southland Conference | Program dropped |
| University of Texas at San Antonio | Roadrunners | San Antonio | Texas | 2011 | 2011 | FCS independent | Division I FBS |
| Troy University | Trojans | Troy | Alabama | 1978 | 2000 | Southland Conference | Division I FBS |
| West Texas A&M University | Buffaloes | Canyon | Texas | 1982 | 1985 | Missouri Valley Conference football | Division II |
| Western Kentucky University | Hilltoppers | Bowling Green | Kentucky | 1978 | 2008 | FCS independent | Division I FBS |
| Western Michigan University | Broncos | Kalamazoo | Michigan | 1982 | 1983 | Mid-American Conference | Division I FBS |
Related Information
Further Exploration
Explore related lists and resources for a broader understanding of collegiate athletics:
- List of schools reclassifying their athletic programs to NCAA Division I
- List of NCAA Division I FCS football stadiums
- List of NCAA Division I FCS playoff appearances by team
- List of NCAA Division I non-football programs
- List of NCAA Division I institutions
- List of NCAA Division II institutions
- List of NCAA Division III institutions
- List of NCAA Division I FBS football programs
- List of NCAA Division II football programs
- List of NCAA Division III football programs
- List of NAIA football programs
- List of community college football programs
- List of colleges and universities with club football teams
- List of defunct college football teams
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References
References
- The campus mailing address is Huntsville; Normal is a Huntsville neighborhood that encompasses the AAMU campus.
- Portland State's campus is in the city of Portland, but it plays its home football games in the suburb of Hillsboro.
- Sacred Heart will join CAA Football in 2026.
- Southern Utah and Utah Tech will join the Big Sky Conference in 2026.
- Tennessee Tech will join the Southern Conference in 2026.
- The former UTPA played football while it was a junior college, but never had a football program as a four-year institution.
- Villanova and William & Mary will join the Patriot League as football affiliates in 2026.
- Mercyhurst started a transition from Division II to Division I in 2024, joining the Northeast Conference.
- New Haven will start a transition from Division II to Division I in July 2025, joining the Northeast Conference as a full member, including football.
- New Haven sponsors football, but will not immediately play a full Northeast Conference schedule. Full conference play is expected for 2026.
- UCF's campus has an Orlando mailing address, but is located entirely within unincorporated Orange County.
- Cincinnati was initially reclassified from Division I-A to Division I-AA prior to the 1982 season. However, the university filed an injunction to postpone their demotion to after the 1982 season, and was ultimately successful in remaining in I-A.
- UConn currently plays its home games in East Hartford, Connecticut.
- FIU's campus has a Miami mailing address, but is located entirely within unincorporated Miami-Dade County.
- Kennesaw State's campus has a Kennesaw mailing address, but is located entirely within unincorporated Cobb County.
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