Hempstead, NY - Hofstra University's student-athletes put forth an outstanding academic performance during the Fall 2023 semester, compiling a combined 3.48 overall grade point average. It is the 23rd consecutive semester with a combined GPA above 3.00. In addition, all 21 of Hofstra's athletic programs compiled a grade point average of 3.15 or higher.

"Our 393 Hofstra student-athletes remain committed to practicing championship behaviors in the classroom," said Hofstra Vice President and Director of Athletics Rick Cole Jr. "It is inspiring to witness their efforts on a daily basis and to see such great results. As always, we thank our academic support team and appreciate their part in our student-athlete's success."  

The men's tennis team led the department with a 3.67 grade point average during the Fall 2023 semester. The women's tennis program posted a 3.62 GPA during the semester with the women's lacrosse team third at 3.61. The men's indoor and outdoor track teams were right behind with a 3.60 semester GPA.  

A total of 22 student-athletes earned Provost's List honors for compiling a perfect 4.0 grade point average, while 169 were selected to the Dean's List for a grade point average above 3.50. The women's lacrosse and women's soccer programs led all teams with four Provost's List honorees each, while the men's lacrosse team had a department-best 22 Dean's List student-athletes. 

Hofstra student-athletes have a dedicated staff at the Fried Center for Student-Athlete Development in James C. Metzger Hall who guide each student-athlete to success from the time of enrollment at Hofstra University to graduation. The Fried Center provides space for private study, computer labs, and a private conferencing area for tutoring and mentoring appointments.

SEMESTER NOTES
- 3.48 semester grade point average
- 3.42 overall grade point average for Hofstra student-athletes
- 347 student-athletes named to CAA Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll
- 259 student-athletes selected to the Hofstra Athletic Director Scholars Academic Honor Roll
- 169 student-athletes named to Hofstra Dean's List
- 22 student-athletes named to Hofstra Provost's List
- 48 student-athletes with a perfect 4.00 GPA (including graduate students)
- 23 consecutive semesters with a combined 3.00 or higher GPA
- All 21 Hofstra teams with a 3.15 or higher GPA
- 18 Hofstra teams with a 3.30 or higher GPA
- 3.67 GPA by men's tennis (highest overall team)