COLLEGE PARK, MD – University of Maryland Athletics programs continued their strong performances in the classroom in the Spring 2023 semester. Maryland’s student-athletes combined to record a 3.217 grade point average during the spring term, the sixth semester in a row with a GPA of better than 3.000. The strong academic performance marks the 14th consecutive semester with a better than 3.000 cumulative GPA. The overall cumulative department GPA is now 3.208.
It was a standout semester as 27 student-athletes posted a perfect 4.000 GPA and 153 earned Dean’s List recognition, boasting a 3.500 GPA or better. Overall, 336 student-athletes achieved Athletic Honor Roll status for posting a 3.000 or better GPA.
“Our Terrapins continue to stand out on and off the field as demonstrated by the Spring semester filled with record performances in many areas,” said Damon Evans, Barry P. Gossett Director of Athletics. “I am so proud of our student-athletes performing at such a high level in their academics. We continue to be inspired by their dedication to their studies while competing with their athletic programs. Our GSAC staff is to be celebrated as well for their commitment to education and fostering the consummate student experience. This is a time to celebrate our student-athletes, we are so proud of them.”
“I’m impressed and inspired by the academic performance of our student-athletes this spring,” said Brady Rourke, Director, Gossett Student-Athlete Center. Balancing the academic rigor of Maryland with intercollegiate athletics travel, practice, and competition schedules is no easy feat. It takes preparation, focus, and discipline to achieve at such a high level. Moreover, I’m honored to work alongside our dedicated and professional academic services team. Our GSAC professionals work tirelessly as mentors, counselors, advisors, and academic coaches providing the resources and guidance necessary for a meaningful student-athlete experience. Congratulations to our student-athletes for their academic achievements. Their commitment to academic excellence continues to be reflected in these impressive academic metrics.
There were 15 programs posting a semester GPA of greater than 3.000 led by the gymnastics team with a 3.718 GPA. Fifteen programs have a cumulative GPA of greater than 3.000, led by the gymnastics…
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