FAIRFAX, Va. – The George Mason men's and women's cross country teams were honored for their success in the classroom this past fall.
 
Both the men's and women's teams were named Division I All-Academic Teams by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association  (USTFCCCA). This marks the 12th straight year the men's team has received the honor and eighth consecutive year for the women.
 
In order to qualify for All-Academic distinction, teams must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, including the most recent grading period. The Mason men had a GPA of 3.5 while the women complied a GPA of 3.49.
 
Overall, there were 191 men's teams and 237 women's teams that received All-Academic honors in NCAA Division I.