The University of Maryland Athletics programs achieved remarkable academic success in the Spring 2026 semester, with student-athletes collectively recording a 3.221 semester GPA and a cumulative GPA of 3.298. This continued a streak of 20 consecutive semesters with a cumulative GPA above 3.000 and 13 semesters with a GPA exceeding 3.000. Notably, cross country led academic performance with the highest team GPA at 3.702 this semester and 3.674 cumulatively.

By the Numbers
  • Overall semester GPA: 3.221
  • Cumulative departmental GPA: 3.298
  • 30 student-athletes achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA
  • 171 earned Dean's List recognition (3.500 GPA or better)
  • 335 achieved Athletic Honor Roll status (3.000 GPA or better)
State of Play
  • 17 Maryland programs have a cumulative GPA above 3.000.
  • 16 programs achieved a GPA above 3.000 in Spring 2026.
  • Top GPA among teams: Cross Country 鈥� 3.702 semester GPA.
  • Six programs had over 10 members on the Dean's List.
  • 112 student-athlete graduates celebrated this spring.
What's Next

The consistent academic performance of Maryland student-athletes is expected to attract prospective recruits who value strong academic support alongside athletics. Continued collaboration among faculty, staff, and coaches will be crucial in maintaining and enhancing these standards. Future semesters may see more emphasis on academic support programs to sustain high GPAs.

Bottom Line

The ongoing academic success in Maryland Athletics is a testament to the institution's commitment to excellence, encouraging a supportive environment for balancing academics with competitive sports. Stakeholders should recognize and build upon this foundational success to ensure sustained achievements in the coming years.