Basketball Players and Graduation Rates

Hi everyone. I'm a prospective college basketball player, and it's important to me to not only play but also get a good education. Could anyone help me find out about colleges which have the least number of graduating basketball players? I want to know if the college values our education as much as our athletic contribution.

It's definitely important to balance your passion for sports with your educational goals - you're looking at things from the right perspective. To find such data, you can refer to the NCAA website. They collect the Graduation Success Rate (GSR) data for all NCAA teams, including men's and women's basketball.

The Graduation Success Rate is a measure that is designed to show the proportion of student-athletes on any given team who earn a college degree. GSR tends to be higher than the federal graduation rate because it includes student-athletes who transfer into a school and graduate and excludes athletes who transfer out and are in good academic standing.

When evaluating a basketball program at a particular school, you can look at their GSR to get a sense of how successful the team has been at ensuring their student-athletes graduate. Notably, some top-tier basketball programs have high GSRs, indicating a commitment to ensuring athletes graduate within six years of starting college.

However, keep in mind that graduation rates are just one factor to consider. To really gauge a university's commitment to athlete education, look to athlete academic support services, NCAA Academic Progress Rates, course schedules, majors, and other areas that couple well with athletic schedules.

Finally, during recruitment, you should actively discuss with the coaches about their views on education and how they support their athletes academically. Remember, your education will stay with you long after your athletic career, so it's wise to prioritize it. Good luck with your college search!