University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh Athletics

Bridget Froehlke (right)
2026 NCAA Division III Women's Basketball Elite Scholar-Athlete Award winner

The Elite Scholar-Athlete, an award founded by the NCAA, recognizes the true essence of the student-athlete by honoring the individual who has reached the pinnacle of competition at the national championship level in their sport, while also achieving the highest academic standard among their peers. The Elite Scholar-Athlete is presented to the student-athlete with the highest cumulative grade-point average participating at the finals site for each of the NCAA's championships.

UW-Oshkosh student-athletes have won the award five times, including twice by both John Dewitt and Jordan Carpenter.

NCAA Elite Scholar-Athlete Award Program