season, kicking off with a 45–0 win against Ave Maria University. In 2017, the football program qualified for the NCAA Division II playoffs in just its second season. The team reached the championship game, losing to Texas A&M-Commerce, 37–27, in just the 26th game in school history. In 2019, UWF's football program won the NCAA Division II national championship in its fourth season, winning against Minnesota State University, 48–40. Notable people Image gallery See also John C. Pace Library Notes References External links Official athletics website 1963 establishments in Florida Buildings and structures in Pensacola, Florida Educational institutions established in 1963 Education in Escambia County, Florida Pensacola, Florida Pensacola metropolitan area University of West Tourist attractions in Pensacola, Florida Universities and colleges accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools