University of Oklahoma Athletics
OU Student-Athletes Set Another Cumulative GPA Record, Extend 3.0 Streak to 27 Semesters
June 03, 2025 | Athletics
NORMAN — University of Oklahoma student-athletes continued their tradition of academic excellence this past spring, earning a single-semester school-record 3.31 cumulative GPA, the OU Athletics Department announced Tuesday. The performance eclipsed the previous record of 3.29 set in fall 2024 and represents a program-record 27th 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 3.31 cumulative spring GPA reflects the overall academic performance of those student-athletes from their first semester of collegiate enrollment through the completion of the spring 2025 term.
For the second straight semester, all 19 of OU's athletics teams earned a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Sports that set or tied records for their program were rowing (3.57), softball (3.38; tied), women's tennis (3.59) and men's track and field (3.27).
"The continued commitment — and improvement — by our student-athletes in the classroom is simply remarkable," said OU Vice President and Director of Athletics Joe Castiglione. "It wasn't terribly long ago our student-athletes surpassed a 3.1 cumulative GPA for the first time, and now they've eclipsed the 3.3 mark. With everything they must balance in today's environment, this accomplishment is phenomenal and is a true testament to their dedication to position themselves for success and fulfillment upon graduation. I commend them once again on their great work."
Following are some additional spring semester academic accomplishments of OU student-athletes:
• Of OU's 522 student-athletes, 391 (75%) earned a 3.0 or higher semester GPA.
• A total of 118 student-athletes (23%) registered a perfect 4.0 GPA during the spring 2025 semester.
• OU student-athletes have collectively earned a cumulative GPA of 3.10 or higher in 14 of the last 15 semesters and a 3.20 or higher each of the last seven 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.
OU's streak of student-athletes posting at least a 3.0 GPA began in spring 2012. The 3.31 cumulative spring GPA reflects the overall academic performance of those student-athletes from their first semester of collegiate enrollment through the completion of the spring 2025 term.
For the second straight semester, all 19 of OU's athletics teams earned a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Sports that set or tied records for their program were rowing (3.57), softball (3.38; tied), women's tennis (3.59) and men's track and field (3.27).
"The continued commitment — and improvement — by our student-athletes in the classroom is simply remarkable," said OU Vice President and Director of Athletics Joe Castiglione. "It wasn't terribly long ago our student-athletes surpassed a 3.1 cumulative GPA for the first time, and now they've eclipsed the 3.3 mark. With everything they must balance in today's environment, this accomplishment is phenomenal and is a true testament to their dedication to position themselves for success and fulfillment upon graduation. I commend them once again on their great work."
Following are some additional spring semester academic accomplishments of OU student-athletes:
• Of OU's 522 student-athletes, 391 (75%) earned a 3.0 or higher semester GPA.
• A total of 118 student-athletes (23%) registered a perfect 4.0 GPA during the spring 2025 semester.
• OU student-athletes have collectively earned a cumulative GPA of 3.10 or higher in 14 of the last 15 semesters and a 3.20 or higher each of the last seven 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.
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