Academic Progress Rate

The Academic Progress Rate (APR) is a measure used by colleges and universities to track how well student-athletes are doing academically. It looks at whether students are making sufficient progress toward their degrees, based on factors like course completion and retention from one year to the next. A higher APR indicates athletes are more successful academically, while a lower APR can signal issues. This metric helps ensure athletics programs support student-athletes' educational success and maintains compliance with NCAA academic standards.