How is progress toward degree calculated for student-athletes and why does it matter?

• A. Based on earned credits and degree requirements; it determines eligibility to compete and future aid.
• B. Based on GPA alone.
• C. Based on number of classes attended.
• D. Based on age.

Answer: (A)

Progress toward degree is the system that tracks how many credits a student-athlete has earned toward their degree and how those credits meet the degree’s requirements. This measure determines whether the athlete remains eligible to compete in upcoming terms and whether they’ll continue to receive athletics aid. It’s not about GPA or how many classes you’ve taken in total; it’s about earning the right mix of credits that count toward the degree and hitting the required degree milestones. Staying on track protects eligibility to practice and compete and supports continued access to aid, while falling behind can jeopardize both.