Clarksville, Ark. - The College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) has announced that the University of the Ozarks women's and men's swim and dive team have earned Scholar All-America honors for their efforts in the classroom during the 2026 spring semester.
The women's team earned the honor after posting a 3.50 grade point average (GPA). The women's team has achieved the honor eleven straight years. The men's team posted a 3.24 GPA to earn the distinction.
"This recognition celebrates the remarkable commitment these student-athletes make to excellence both in the classroom and in competition," said CSCAA Executive Director Samantha Barany
. "The 714 teams honored this spring represent the very best of collegiate swimming and diving, demonstrating that academic success and athletic achievement go hand in hand. We congratulate every student-athlete, coach, and institution recognized."
To qualify for this prestigious recognition, teams were required to achieve a grade point average of 3.0 during the Spring 2026 semester.
Founded in 1922, the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA), is the nation's first organization of college coaches. The mission of the CSCAA is to advance the sport of swimming and diving with coaches at the epicenter of leadership, advocacy, and professional development.