Green Wave Achieves Highest Graduation Rate in State and Conference
Nov 19, 2025 | General
NEW ORLEANS – Tulane Athletics proudly announced Wednesday that its Graduation Success Rate (GSR) has reached an impressive 96 percent, the highest in Louisiana and within the American Conference.
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Since the NCAA began tracking GSR in 2004-05, Tulane has maintained the highest graduation rate in the state year after year and has posted the American's highest figure in back-to-back years.
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The Green Wave's remarkable rate is also six points above the national average.
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Out of Tulane's numerous athletic programs, nine posted perfect 100 percent GSRs for student-athletes who enrolled between fall 2015 and fall 2018. These programs include baseball, men's cross country/track and field, men's tennis, women's basketball, beach volleyball, bowling, golf, and women's tennis.
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Moreover, every Tulane athletic program exceeded the federal graduation rate by at least 17 percent.
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"Tulane Athletics remains committed to excellence both athletically and academically," said Ben Weiner Director of Athletics Chair David Harris. "This accomplishment reflects the dedication and effort of our student-athletes, coaches, and staff. Their teamwork and perseverance are what make these successes achievable."
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Since the NCAA's implementation of the GSR, Division I institutions have adopted impactful academic reforms, including modifications to initial-eligibility standards, progress-toward-degree requirements, and the application of the Academic Performance Program. These initiatives have significantly contributed to the exponential rise in graduation success across the nation.
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Since the NCAA began tracking GSR in 2004-05, Tulane has maintained the highest graduation rate in the state year after year and has posted the American's highest figure in back-to-back years.
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The Green Wave's remarkable rate is also six points above the national average.
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Out of Tulane's numerous athletic programs, nine posted perfect 100 percent GSRs for student-athletes who enrolled between fall 2015 and fall 2018. These programs include baseball, men's cross country/track and field, men's tennis, women's basketball, beach volleyball, bowling, golf, and women's tennis.
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Moreover, every Tulane athletic program exceeded the federal graduation rate by at least 17 percent.
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"Tulane Athletics remains committed to excellence both athletically and academically," said Ben Weiner Director of Athletics Chair David Harris. "This accomplishment reflects the dedication and effort of our student-athletes, coaches, and staff. Their teamwork and perseverance are what make these successes achievable."
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Since the NCAA's implementation of the GSR, Division I institutions have adopted impactful academic reforms, including modifications to initial-eligibility standards, progress-toward-degree requirements, and the application of the Academic Performance Program. These initiatives have significantly contributed to the exponential rise in graduation success across the nation.
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