Emporia State Athletics achieved a department-wide GPA of 3.47 for NCAA sports in Spring 2026, marking the second highest GPA since tracking began in 2007. Every NCAA program maintained a minimum GPA of 3.15, with a total of 300 out of 359 student-athletes achieving at least a 3.00 GPA. The women's cross country team led with a 3.82 average, while 77 athletes earned a perfect 4.00 GPA across various disciplines. This represents the 35th consecutive semester with at least a 3.0 department-wide GPA.

By the Numbers
  • Department-wide GPA: 3.47 for NCAA sports, 3.45 overall.
  • 300 of 359 student-athletes (83%) maintained at least a 3.00 GPA.
  • 77 individuals achieved a perfect 4.00 GPA across 22 undergraduate and 5 graduate majors.
State of Play
  • Women's cross country (3.82) and soccer (3.72) had the highest team GPAs.
  • Men's baseball led men's teams with a 3.54 GPA.
  • Football had 93 players with a team GPA of 3.15.
What's Next

With the current momentum in academic performance, Emporia State Athletics aims to maintain or improve these GPAs in future semesters, emphasizing academic excellence alongside athletic achievements. The continuous streak of at least one Academic All-American per season highlights the department’s commitment to both academics and athletics.

Bottom Line

Emporia State's impressive GPA achievements reflect a strong culture of academic dedication within athletics, emphasizing the importance of balancing sports and education. This success positions the department as a leader in fostering student-athlete performance both in the classroom and on the field.