NCAA Eligibility

NCAA & NAIA for College-Bound Athletes

Students interested in continuing their athletic careers at the college level should review eligibility requirements early in high school. The information below will help guide families through the NCAA and NAIA eligibility process.

NCAA

If you plan to compete in NCAA athletics, you must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center.

• NCAA Eligibility Center Registration
• How to Register
• Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete (PDF)
• NCAA Academic Requirements

Students must meet academic requirements, maintain amateur status, and complete registration to be eligible for NCAA Division I and II athletics.

NAIA

Students planning to compete at an NAIA college should register with the NAIA Eligibility Center and begin the process early.

• NAIA Eligibility Center Registration
• Create NAIA Account
• NAIA Eligibility Center Resources
• Find NAIA Member Schools

Students should complete registration, submit transcripts and test scores after junior year, and ensure they meet all eligibility requirements.