The Big West conference recognized Spring 2026 Academic All-Conference selections, honoring 812 student-athletes maintaining a minimum 3.00 GPA while participating in at least half of their team's events. Among those, 29 student-athletes from Cal State Bakersfield achieved this distinction, contributing to a remarkable 67% of CSUB student-athletes earning GPAs of 3.00 or higher during the semester. Notably, 175 individuals made the Dean's List with a GPA of 3.25 or above, and 25 students achieved a perfect 4.00 GPA. This achievement marks 22 consecutive terms where CSUB Athletics has maintained a GPA of 3.00 or better, with an overall departmental GPA of 3.16 for the Spring semester.

By the Numbers
  • 812 student-athletes recognized for a 3.00 GPA or higher.
  • 67% of CSUB student-athletes (207 total) achieved GPAs of 3.00 or better.
  • 175 athletes made the Dean's List (3.25 GPA or above), with 25 achieving a 4.00 GPA.
State of Play
  • CSUB's athletic department celebrates consistent academic success with 22 consecutive terms of a 3.00 GPA or higher.
  • The department maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.25, reflecting strong academic performance.
What's Next

With the current momentum, CSUB Athletics is likely to continue promoting academic excellence, possibly enhancing support systems for student-athletes to sustain these achievements in future terms.

Bottom Line

CSUB's impressive academic performance underscores the commitment of its student-athletes to balance academics with athletics, setting a standard for future achievements in both areas.