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ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The mission of the USA Cycling Collegiate program is to provide opportunities for team-oriented bicycle racing for student cyclists of all genders and abilities.
The program has the following key objectives:
- To provide new riders with a welcoming introduction to collegiate cycling – both riding and racing;
- To enable elite riders the option to pursue higher education while benefiting from development opportunities that integrate with amateur and professional teams and national development programs;
- To creating personal growth and leadership development opportunities for scholar athletes both on and off the bike; and
- To ensure that the sport is low cost and accessible to any student who wants to participate.