​This study aimed to investigate (1) the level of psychological skills among students enrolled in swimming courses at the Physical Education faculties in Jordanian Universities and (2) the relation between their psychological skills and academic achievement. (3) the differences in these psychological skills according to gender. The descriptive approach was used to conduct this study. The study sample consisted of (260) male and female students enrolled in intermediate and advanced-level swimming courses at the School of Sport Sciences/ University of Jordan. Students’ final academic achievement records and the “Life skills through swimming context” scale were used to collect the required data. The statistical analysis results revealed an average level of psychological skills, significant differences in psychological skills level in favour of female students, A-level students, and JU students, and a positive significant relation between psychological skills and academic achievement. In conclusion, designing comprehensive psychological skills-based study plans for swimming courses and in different sports fields is essential. Also, to conduct specified training and guidance courses in this domain to improve psychological skills, teaching competencies, and academic achievement.​