NCAA Division I independent schools (basketball)
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NCAA Division I independent basketball schools are four-year institutions that do not belong to a basketball conference or a primary conference for all sports teams.
With Seattle, Nebraska-Omaha and Longwood all accepting invitations to join conferences for the 2012-2013 academic year, Cal State Bakersfield will become the only Division I independent next year. As well, with the NCAA passing legislation requiring schools transitioning to Division I to obtain conference membership before being able to make the move, Cal State Bakersfield could potentially become the last team to ever hold independent status.
[edit] Schools
Below are the current institutions listed as Division I Independents in men's basketball:
| Institution | Team | Location | Founded | Type | Enrollment | Future Conference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University, Bakersfield | Roadrunners | Bakersfield, California | 1965 | Public | 7,800 | |
| Longwood University | Lancers | Farmville, Virginia | 1839 | Public | 4,479 | Big South Conference |
| University of Nebraska-Omaha | Mavericks | Omaha, Nebraska | 1908 | Public | 11,833 | The Summit League |
| Seattle University | Redhawks | Seattle, Washington | 1891 | Private | 7,717 | Western Athletic Conference |
[edit] See also
- NCAA Division I FBS independent schools
- NCAA Division I FCS independent schools
- NCAA Division I independent schools (ice hockey)
- NCAA Division II independent schools
- NCAA Division III independent schools
