NCAA Eligibility
Interested in Playing College Sports?
If you plan to compete in NCAA Division I or Division II athletics, you must meet the NCAA's academic and amateurism eligibility requirements before you can compete, practice, or receive an athletic scholarship.
The first step is creating an account with the NCAA Eligibility Center, which reviews your academic records and athletic eligibility. Be sure to talk with your school counselor if you are interested in playing sports in college. They can check and review your eligibility.
Action Steps
1. Create Your NCAA Eligibility Center Account
Create an account during your junior year or before beginning the college recruiting process.
2. Meet NCAA Academic Requirements
To be eligible, student-athletes must complete NCAA-approved high school coursework, meet minimum GPA requirements, and satisfy NCAA academic standards.
Talk with your school counselor if you have questions about your course selection or eligibility.
3. Send Required Documents
After graduation, request that your final official transcript be sent to the NCAA Eligibility Center. You must request your transcript via Parchment.
Directions to request a transcript
4. Maintain Your Amateur Status
Student-athletes must meet NCAA amateurism requirements, including participation rules related to club sports, competition, endorsements, and compensation.