Tulane Continues Academic Progress Rate Excellence
May 4, 2023 | General
NEW ORLEANS – Tulane University had seven athletic programs earn perfect multi-year APR (Academic Progress Rates) scores, the department announced Thursday afternoon, two more than its total of five at the conclusion of the 2021-22 school year. Also, twelve (12) programs either improved or equaled their multi-year APR score from last year, including men's tennis, which recorded a perfect rate of 1,000 for the 12th consecutive season.
The other Green Wave programs with perfect multi-year rates were men's cross country, men's track and field, women's basketball, bowling, golf and women's tennis.
Additionally, football had its best rate in program history with a 981, nine points better than its previous high of 972 for the 2013-14 school year.
"Success in the classroom remains a top priority at Tulane," said Ben Weiner Director of Athletics Chair Troy Dannen. "Our coaches and staff provide wonderful support for our student athletes and it's exciting to see that commitment to excellence continue."
Twelve (12) programs have a multi-year APR average higher than the national mark of 984, equaling the department's standard from last year. Those scores cover the academic years 2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21 and 2021-22.
"Today's numbers reflect the emphasis that our student athletes place on academic success," Deputy AD, Student Services/SWA Dr. Charvi Greer said. "The pursuit of excellence in both the classroom and athletic competition is crucial but it only happens with a balanced approach."
The NCAA Division I academic progress rates system was implemented as part of "an ambitious academic reform effort," according to the NCAA's website. The APR holds institutions accountable for academic progress of student-athletes through a team-based metric that accounts for the eligibility and retention of each student-athlete for each academic term.
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Tulane University is located in the city of New Orleans. It is a city built on tradition and resiliency. The lessons Green Wave student-athletes have learned through their connection with this university and city have BUILT doctors, lawyers, business leaders, conference champions, all-conference players, All-Americans, professional athletes and NCAA tournament teams. The city of New Orleans has shaped us into who we are today. We are One City. We are Tulane. We are NOLA BUILT. Check out our story at NolaBuilt.com.
The other Green Wave programs with perfect multi-year rates were men's cross country, men's track and field, women's basketball, bowling, golf and women's tennis.
Additionally, football had its best rate in program history with a 981, nine points better than its previous high of 972 for the 2013-14 school year.
"Success in the classroom remains a top priority at Tulane," said Ben Weiner Director of Athletics Chair Troy Dannen. "Our coaches and staff provide wonderful support for our student athletes and it's exciting to see that commitment to excellence continue."
Twelve (12) programs have a multi-year APR average higher than the national mark of 984, equaling the department's standard from last year. Those scores cover the academic years 2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21 and 2021-22.
"Today's numbers reflect the emphasis that our student athletes place on academic success," Deputy AD, Student Services/SWA Dr. Charvi Greer said. "The pursuit of excellence in both the classroom and athletic competition is crucial but it only happens with a balanced approach."
The NCAA Division I academic progress rates system was implemented as part of "an ambitious academic reform effort," according to the NCAA's website. The APR holds institutions accountable for academic progress of student-athletes through a team-based metric that accounts for the eligibility and retention of each student-athlete for each academic term.
WE ARE NOLA BUILT
Tulane University is located in the city of New Orleans. It is a city built on tradition and resiliency. The lessons Green Wave student-athletes have learned through their connection with this university and city have BUILT doctors, lawyers, business leaders, conference champions, all-conference players, All-Americans, professional athletes and NCAA tournament teams. The city of New Orleans has shaped us into who we are today. We are One City. We are Tulane. We are NOLA BUILT. Check out our story at NolaBuilt.com.
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