The event was held at the University of Minnesota's Memorial Stadium in June 1938.
The University of Southern California won its fourth consecutive team title, and new NCAA records were established in the 120-yard high hurdles, one-mile run, two-mile run and high jump.
William Clifford, Notre Dame 120-yard high hurdles 1.
John Marion, Prairieview Teachers One-mile run 1.
Richard Frey, Michigan State Broad jump 1.
Charles Walker, Ohio State - 24 feet 9+1⁄2 inches (7.557 m) High jump 1.
David Albritton, Ohio State - 6 feet 8+3⁄4 inches (2.051 m) (NCAA record) 1.
Gil Cruter, Colorado - 6 feet 8+3⁄4 inches (2.051 m) (NCAA record) 3.
Bill Faymonville, Notre Dame - 155 feet 1 inch (47.27 m) Javelin 1.
Gillam Graham, Texas - 205 feet 4+1⁄4 inches (62.592 m) Shot put 1.