College Athletic Information

The National Collegiate Athletic Association is a non-profit association that regulates athletes of 1,100 institutions, conferences, organizations, and individuals that organizes the athletic programs of many colleges and universities in the United States and Canada. It is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.

To be eligible to play sports at a Division 1 and Division 2 college or university, it is required that you register with the NCAA. Division 3 and NAIA colleges and universities do not require you to be registered with NCAA. However, if there is a remote possibility that you will be playing D1 or D2 sports at a college or university, please register with the NCAA.

25-26 College Bound Student Athlete Guide

Click here for the Registration Checklist

For more information and to be sure you are on track with NCAA requirements, please see Mr. Watkins in the counseling office

DIVISION 1 or DIVISION 2 NCAA Eligibility Instructions

Please meet with your counselor to review courses and eligibility as soon as possible.

Complete 16 core classes
Earn a minimum GPA in these courses (refer to guide)
Graduate from high school
Register and fulfill the requirements associated with the NCAA

To begin, go to the NCAA Eligibility website for students at NCAA Eligibility Center, click on Option 1: Academic and Athletic Certification Account.

There is a cost to register ($110), however you can apply for a fee waiver.

INITIAL ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS

DIVISION 3 and NAIA Eligibility Instructions

1. Contact your Division 3 or NAIA college or university regarding its policies on admission, financial aid, practice and competition. DIVISION 3 and NAIA do NOT require you to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center.

If you have any questions, please contact your counselor.