Build + Promote
Academics + Eligibility
Maintain strong grades and stay focused on the academic requirements that keep your college options open.
Understand the academic standards, admissions requirements and NCAA eligibility rules that may affect your options. Strong preparation here keeps schools open and prevents avoidable problems later.
Top Action
Tell your counselor you intend to play college athletics
Confirm courses support NCAA eligibility
Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center
Monitor your NCAA account/task list
Complete required NCAA core courses
Complete the D-I 10/7 requirement
Register with PlayNAIA if applicable
Receive required NCAA/NAIA eligibility determination
Track application, admissions and financial-aid deadlines
Complete applications and admissions requirements
Complete final eligibility requirements
Submit required final transcripts/proof of graduation.
Your academic record affects both where you can be admitted and whether you are eligible to compete. Start early, understand the requirements, and make sure your coursework stays on track.
What matters most
Know the admissions standards for the schools on your list.
Understand NCAA DI, NCAA DII, NCAA DIII, and NAIA eligibility requirements if they apply to you.
Make sure your high school courses count toward NCAA core-course requirements.
Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center at the appropriate time.
Keep grades, transcripts and academic information current in your recruiting profile.
Do not assume athletic interest will overcome academic or eligibility issues.
What should you do?
Review your transcript, confirm that your coursework is on track, understand the academic profile of the schools you are considering, and ask questions early if something is unclear.