At UNC Greensboro, many students land here because of athletics. Some are offered scholarships, while others choose UNCG because they can walk-on to a team and continue to play a sport they love.
In most cases, athletes’ motivational personalities, teamwork skills, and knowledge of physical fitness carve a natural career path with the right academic guidance. Here’s how three UNCG student-athletes have found fields of study that fit their backgrounds and prepare them for fulfilling careers ahead.