GSR and APR are used for what purpose in athletics programs?

• A. They are used solely for marketing purposes.
• B. GSR tracks graduation outcomes while APR tracks progress toward a degree; both assess academic performance and eligibility.
• C. They determine which coaches get paid.
• D. They only apply to revenue generation.

Answer: (B)

GSR and APR serve as accountability measures that track student-athletes’ academic success and eligibility within athletics programs. GSR (Graduation Success Rate) focuses on graduation outcomes—what share of student-athletes who entered college eventually graduates within a defined period, accounting for transfers and other factors. APR (Academic Progress Rate) monitors ongoing academic progress, measuring how well a team’s players perform academically each quarter toward maintaining eligibility and toward degree completion, with consequences if the rate drops. Together, they provide a picture of academic performance and eligibility, guiding how programs support athletes and ensuring the emphasis isn’t on marketing or revenue, but on academics.