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New University of Arizona Athletic Director Dave_Heeke speaks about new swimming head coach Augie Busch during a press conference at McKale Center on. July 18, 2017 in Tucson, AZ.

For the second straight year, the UA has set a record in its Graduate Success Rate.

The Wildcats' rate of 87% is slightly higher than the 86% it posted in 2018 and 2019. The new data covers graduation rates within a six-year period for the classes of 2010-13. Six Wildcats programs β€” women's golf, gymnastics, women's swimming and diving, men's tennis, women's tennis and beach volleyball β€” posted 100% scores.

"Continuing our record-breaking success in the classroom is a tremendous point of pride for our entire athletics department," athletic director Dave Heeke said. "Arizona Athletics has stayed true to its mission of providing opportunities for our student-athletes to become academic, athletic and life champions. This most recent academic achievement is a reflection of our commitment to that mission."


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