CLEVELAND— A total of 276 Colorado Mesa University student-athletes, the fourth highest total in the country and by far the biggest total in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, received the Division 2 Athletic Directors Association (D2 ADA) Academic Achievement Awards, announced Wednesday.
 
To be eligible, a student-athlete must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher and have completed two years of college level work.

The Mavs' complete list of recipients can be found here.

CMU's total list of 276 was 120 more than any other RMAC institution (156, Westminster).
 
More than 21,000 student-athletes from 179 institutions were recognized for the 2025-26 academic year.
 
Historically, 211,256 total student-athletes have been recognized in the 19 years of the program's history.
 
"In year 19, this program continues its dedication to celebrating the exceptional student-athletes who define excellence across our Division II landscape," said Jenn Bell, associate VP and director of athletics at Converse University and current D2 ADA President.
 
"We're proud to recognize more than 21,000 deserving student-athletes from 179 institutions, reflecting the tremendous dedication within our division — not only in athletics, but in the classroom as well. This year's submissions, from both individuals and schools, serve as a testament to the Division II way. Thanks to the administrators who nominated these outstanding individuals, and much-deserved congratulations to all this year's recipients."