Missy Franklin, a four-time Olympic gold medalist, has officially ended her collegiate swimming career and will turn pro.

The Olympian announced her decision in an exclusive interview with the Associated Press, released Monday. Franklin is fresh off leading the University of California Golden Bears to the NCAA's National Championship in swimming.

 National Champs 2015. Can't even put what this feels like into words. I couldn't imagine a more perfect way to end my collegiate career. THANK YOU to my amazing and once in a lifetime team, my family, and everyone who has been so supportive of this journey! I will forever bleed blue and gold

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