Marquette Athletics celebrated a strong academic performance for Spring 2026, with 263 student-athletes earning spots on the Athletic Director's Honor Roll for achieving a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Among them, 39 achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA, reflecting the department's commitment to excellence both academically and athletically. The overall average GPA across student-athletes was 3.40, with women's cross country, men's golf, and women's soccer leading the teams with a GPA of 3.6. The NCAA's Academic Progress Rate (APR) report showed seven Marquette teams reached a perfect APR score of 1000, highlighting the institution's focus on academic success alongside athletic achievement.

By the Numbers
  • 263 student-athletes made the Athletic Director's Honor Roll with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • 39 student-athletes recorded a perfect 4.0 GPA.
  • The overall GPA for Marquette student-athletes was 3.40.
  • 77.3% of student-athletes earned a spot on the AD Honor Roll.
State of Play
  • Marquette has maintained a GPA above 3.4 for 12 of the last 13 semesters.
  • All teams scored an APR above 980, with one team falling below the national average of 984.
What's Next

Marquette Athletics aims to sustain its academic excellence and competitive prowess for future semesters, continuing to encourage student-athletes to excel both on the field and in the classroom.

Bottom Line

The impressive academic achievements of Marquette student-athletes underscore the importance of a well-rounded college experience, showcasing that success in sports and academics can go hand in hand.