Alabama’s Tim Korstanje Earns NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama swimmer Tim Korstanje was selected as a recipient of the NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship, the NCAA announced.

Korstanje is the first Alabama swimmer to earn a postgraduate scholarship from the NCAA since Derek Maas received the honor in 2024.

The NCAA awards $10,000 to 42 exceptional student-athletes as part of its Postgraduate Scholarship program. These student-athletes, representing winter sports across all three NCAA divisions, have demonstrated outstanding academic achievements, athletic excellence and leadership within their communities. Overall, the NCAA awards 126 postgraduate scholarships to student-athletes who have completed their final year of athletics competition.

From Head Coach Margo Geer

"I'm very proud of Tim and am excited that he gets the opportunity to continue his education and work on his master's. His hard work and dedication can be seen in everything he does, whether it's in the water or in the classroom. This award was very deserved, and I'm excited to see him continue to excel."

From Tim Korstanje

"I am extremely happy and proud to receive this scholarship. Big thanks to my coaches, professors, family and my friends for helping me get here. I am very excited to continue my further master's education with the help of this scholarship."

About Tim Korstanje

Four-time All-American, including second team honors at this year's 2026 NCAA Championships as part of the Tide's 200 medley relay team
2024 All-SEC Team selection
Ranks fourth all-time at Alabama in the 100 butterfly (45.92) and sixth all-time in the 50 freestyle (19.26)
Holds a 3.92 GPA and is graduating with a degree in economics and finance
Three-time College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team honoree, earning the award every year he was eligible

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