Swim Proficiency Requirement
All undergraduate Bryn Mawr students are required to complete a swim test or instructional beginners swim PE class. Students may be exempted of this requirement by Access Services as stated in PE policies. A variety of beginners swim classes are offered throughout the academic year.
The swim test consists of:
- 75 yards (3 lengths) as follows:
- 1 length swimming on your front
- 1 length swimming on your back
- 1 length your choice of style
- There is no time requirement
- One minute treading water
Swim Proficiency (1 Credit)
Students are expected to complete all aspects of the PE requirement before end of their sophomore year.
- Pass the Swim Test -OR-
- Take the Beginner Swim Class (if test cannot be passed)
SWIM TEST DATES FOR FALL 2025
Students should arrive in their suits ready to start the test at the beginning of the registered slot. Locker rooms are available.
Tuesday, November 11th from 11:30am-12:00pm: https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1858431
Tuesday, November 11th from 12:00pm-12:30pm: https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1858439
Tuesday, November 18th from 8:30am-9:00am: https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1858423
Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00am-9:30am: https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1858442
Thursday, November 20th from 11:30-12:00pm: https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1858435
Thursday, November 20th from 12:00pm-12:30pm: https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1858437
Wednesday, December 3rd from 8:00am-8:30am: https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1858429
Wednesday, December 3rd from 8:30am-9:00am: https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1858427
Any questions can be directed to Interim Head Swim Coach and Aquatics Director, Margaret Wilman (mwilman@brynmawr.edu).
