Little East Conference Full members Full members

| Institution | Location_ | Nickname | Founded | Type_ | Enrollment | Joined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Connecticut State University | Willimantic, Connecticut | Warriors | 1889 | Public | 5113 | 1986 |
| Keene State College | Keene, New Hampshire | Owls | 1909 | Public | 6400 | 1997 |
| Plymouth State University | Plymouth, New Hampshire | Panthers | 1871 | Public | 5264 | 1986 |
| Rhode Island College | Providence, Rhode Island | Anchormen | 1854 | Public | 9000 | 1986 |
| University of Massachusetts Boston | Boston, Massachusetts | Beacons | 1852 | Public | 13433 | 1986 |
| University of Massachusetts Dartmouth | Dartmouth, Massachusetts | Corsairs | 1895 | Public | 7261 | 1986 |
| University of Southern Maine | Gorham, Maine Lewiston, Maine Portland, Maine | Huskies | 1878 | Public | 10974 | 1986 |