Student-Athletes at Jackson State continue to graduate at record rates, according to the NCAA 22-23 GSR report released Wednesday. The report data provides that the JSU Tigers’ overall GSR was 89 percent, the highest among all Division I HBCU’s in the country. JSU Tigers also ranked the third highest GSR in the state of Mississippi.
“Our student-athletes continue to make impressive achievements in the classroom,” said Ashley Robinson, VP and Director of Athletics. “Our student-athletes continue to show an incredible commitment to academic success while also excelling in their different sports. We are proud of the work that our academic team is doing to aid our student-athletes in graduating and setting them on a course for long-term success.”
The record increased the overall Division I GSR to 91%, from 74% last year, —marking the highest rate to date. Specifically, African American student-athletes excelled in academics with a record 82% GSR compared to 56% in 2022.
“These record graduation rates illustrate the tremendous academic accomplishments of NCAA student-athletes and further emphasize the importance of the national office working with members to create outstanding educational experiences and opportunities for these remarkable young men and women,” NCAA President Charlie Baker said in a statement.
JSU Department of Athletics will honor 20 student-athletes earning their degrees this Friday with an Athlete stole ceremony taking place today, December 7th at 4 p.m.
