Athletics | 6/5/2024 10:32:00 AM
Dover, DE – June 5, 2024 – Delaware State University (DSU) Athletics proudly announces its commendable academic achievements as the NCAA celebrates the 20-year mark of the Academic Progress Rate (APR) program. DSU showcased impressive numbers, with 14 athletic programs surpassing the NCAA's 930 four-year benchmark. Highlighting this accomplishment, five teams achieved a perfect 1000 single-year score for the 2022-23 academic year: Men's Cross Country, Women's Basketball, Bowling, Women's Golf, and Women's Cross Country.
The APR is a crucial measure in collegiate athletics, providing a real-time assessment of the academic success of scholarship student-athletes. Each student-athlete earns points for eligibility and retention, which are then compiled into a team score. This score reflects the program's commitment to maintaining academic standards and supporting student-athletes' progress towards graduation. The four-year composite scores for 2019-20 to 2022-23 offer a snapshot of sustained academic achievement across DSU's athletic programs.
In addition to the APR success, DSU Athletics enjoyed a banner academic year. The department boasted a collective GPA of 3.24, demonstrating the student-athletes' dedication to excellence both on the field and in the classroom. Notably, 140 student-athletes earned a place on the Dean's List, 69 were named to the President's List, and 56 were recognized for their academic excellence with honors. The year also saw 73 student-athletes graduate and earn Delaware State University degrees, further underscoring the University's commitment to academic success.
"We are incredibly proud of our student-athletes' academic accomplishments," said DSU Director of Athletics Dr. Alecia Shields Gadson. "Their dedication and commitment to our departmental pillars of CHAMPIONS, SCHOLARS, and CITIZENS are evident in these outstanding APR scores and academic recognitions. These achievements reflect the strong support system provided by our coaches, academic advisors, and the entire University community."
DSU Athletics remains committed to fostering an environment that promotes academic excellence, personal growth, and athletic success. As the NCAA's APR program celebrates two decades of ensuring student-athlete academic progress, DSU's impressive performance underscores its dedication to maintaining high standards and supporting its student-athletes' educational journeys.
