University of Oklahoma Athletics
OU Student-Athletes Set Another Cumulative GPA Record, Extend 3.0 Streak to 26 Semesters
January 30, 2025 | Athletics
NORMAN — University of Oklahoma student-athletes continued their tradition of academic excellence this past fall, earning a single-semester school-record 3.29 cumulative GPA, the OU Athletics Department announced Wednesday. The performance eclipsed the previous record of 3.27 set in spring 2024 and represents the 26th consecutive semester OU student-athletes maintained a GPA above 3.0.
OU's streak of student-athletes posting at least a 3.0 GPA began in spring 2012. The 3.29 cumulative fall GPA reflects the overall academic performance of those student-athletes from their first semester of collegiate enrollment through the completion of the fall 2024 term.
For the first time, all 19 of OU's athletics teams earned a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, including football, which posted the program's highest-ever figure of 3.06. Other sports that set or tied records for their program were baseball (3.34), men's basketball (3.07), women's cross country (3.64; tied), men's gymnastics (3.31; tied), rowing (3.53), women's tennis (3.58) and men's track and field (3.24).
"The classroom achievements of our student-athletes continue to be impressive," said OU Vice President and Director of Athletics Joe Castiglione. "Their performance has been stellar for well over a decade and this past semester they raised their game to an unprecedented level. The 3.29 cumulative GPA – combined with every single team earning a 3.0 – illustrates our student-athletes' commitment to academic achievement and graduation. It's a remarkable accomplishment considering everything today's student-athlete must balance. We're so proud of their hard work, which is positioning them for a positive and fulfilling life after athletics."
Following are some additional fall semester academic accomplishments of OU student-athletes:
• Of OU's 545 student-athletes, 405 (74%) earned a 3.00 or higher semester GPA.
• A total of 103 student-athletes (19%) registered a perfect 4.0 GPA during the fall 2024 semester.
• OU student-athletes have collectively earned a cumulative GPA of 3.10 or higher in 13 of the last 14 semesters and a 3.20 or higher each of the last six semesters.
OU's streak of student-athletes posting at least a 3.0 GPA began in spring 2012. The 3.29 cumulative fall GPA reflects the overall academic performance of those student-athletes from their first semester of collegiate enrollment through the completion of the fall 2024 term.
For the first time, all 19 of OU's athletics teams earned a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, including football, which posted the program's highest-ever figure of 3.06. Other sports that set or tied records for their program were baseball (3.34), men's basketball (3.07), women's cross country (3.64; tied), men's gymnastics (3.31; tied), rowing (3.53), women's tennis (3.58) and men's track and field (3.24).
"The classroom achievements of our student-athletes continue to be impressive," said OU Vice President and Director of Athletics Joe Castiglione. "Their performance has been stellar for well over a decade and this past semester they raised their game to an unprecedented level. The 3.29 cumulative GPA – combined with every single team earning a 3.0 – illustrates our student-athletes' commitment to academic achievement and graduation. It's a remarkable accomplishment considering everything today's student-athlete must balance. We're so proud of their hard work, which is positioning them for a positive and fulfilling life after athletics."
Following are some additional fall semester academic accomplishments of OU student-athletes:
• Of OU's 545 student-athletes, 405 (74%) earned a 3.00 or higher semester GPA.
• A total of 103 student-athletes (19%) registered a perfect 4.0 GPA during the fall 2024 semester.
• OU student-athletes have collectively earned a cumulative GPA of 3.10 or higher in 13 of the last 14 semesters and a 3.20 or higher each of the last six semesters.
Interested in Supporting OU Student-Athletes' Academic Pursuits?
For individuals interested in supporting academic pursuits of University of Oklahoma student-athletes, OU Athletics has established the Inspiring Champions Fund and a direct avenue to support scholarships. The Inspiring Champions Fund provides the resources necessary to help student-athletes excel in the classroom and in competition, from one-on-one tutoring and counseling to career and leadership development. Since 2000, the total scholarship costs to the University of Oklahoma Athletics Department have increased significantly to an annual figure of more than $18 million. Scholarship gifts offset this yearly expense and provide meaningful investment into the long-term success of OU Athletics. Click on the links to learn more about the Inspiring Champions Fund and supporting student-athlete scholarships.The Huddle - 9/8/25
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