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Bulldogs Deliver Strong Classroom Performance During Fall Semester

12.29.2025 | General

ASHEVILLE, N.C. – UNC Asheville student-athletes delivered another strong academic performance during the Fall 2025 semester, continuing the department's tradition of excellence in the classroom. Overall, Bulldog student-athletes posted a 3.37 cumulative grade point average, reflecting success across all sports programs.

The women's tennis team led the department with a 3.85 GPA average, while the men's soccer team led the men's programs with a 3.66 team GPA. 

Academic recognition extended well beyond team GPAs, as 48 student-athletes earned a spot on the Fall 2025 Chancellor's List, while 105 Bulldogs were named to the Fall 2025 Dean's List. 

Team-wide success was also evident, with six teams posting GPAs above 3.5 during the semester. In total, every UNC Asheville sport recorded a team GPA of 3.0 or higher, reinforcing the program's commitment to academic accountability and excellence.

"Congratulations to our student-athletes for their outstanding dedication and achievement in the classroom this semester," said Director of Athletics Janet R. Cone. "We are proud of how our Bulldogs consistently excel, demonstrating a commitment to excellence both in their sports and academics."

Full list of team GPAs from the fall semester: 

Volleyball- 3.537
Women's Basketball- 3.308
Women's Cross Country- 3.455 
Women's Golf- 3.542
Women's Soccer- 3.525
Women's Swimming & Diving- 3.685
Women's Tennis- 3.857
Women's Track & Field- 3.284
Baseball- 3.359
Men's Basketball- 3.055
Men's Cross Country- 3.294
Men's Soccer- 3.663
Men's Tennis- 3.317
Men's Track & Field- 3.009
 
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