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, December 9th from 11:30am-12:00pm: https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1870281
Tuesday, December 9th from 12:00pm-12:30pm: Https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1870298
Thursday, December 11th from 8:30am-9:00am: Https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1870299
Thursday, December 11th from 9:00am-9:30am: https://brynmawr.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1870302
Any questions can be directed to Interim Head Swim Coach and Aquatics Director, Margaret Wilman (mwilman@brynmawr.edu).
