Collegiate Eligibility

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Playing sports at the collegiate level requires hard work, dedication, and planning ahead! If you are interested or think you might want to play sports at the next level, you need to start by creating profile pages with the NCAA and NAIA eligibility centers. Follow the steps and links below to get registered and begin the journey to becoming a collegiate athlete.

Use the checklist below to stay on track throughout your recruitment process

Collegiate Eligibility Checklist

NAIA Eligibility

  • Go to PLAYNAIA.ORG

  • Click on REGISTER STUDENT and complete the steps to create a profile page

  • There is a fee to complete the registration. (if you need a fee waiver, see a counselor to see if you qualify)

  • Begin working through the Current Task List on your profile

NCAA Eligibility

  • If you plan to compete at an NCAA Division I or II school, select the “Create an Account” button.

  • If you plan to compete at an NCAA Division III school, or you aren’t sure where you want to compete, select “Create A Profile Page”

  • There is a fee to complete the registration. (if you need a fee waiver, see a counselor to see if you qualify)

RESOURCES FROM NOV. 17th PARENT MEETING

NCAA Parent Night Presentation.pdf

Parent Night Presentation

NCAA Fast Facts Reference Guide.pdf

Fast Facts Reference Guide

BGHS NCAA Core Course List

BGHS NCAA Core-Course List


CLICK HERE to schedule a meeting with Ms. Baker (NCAA Coordinator) to further discuss eligibility, complete a core-course GPA worksheet, and/or receive assistance in completing registration.

NCAA Guide For Athletes 22-23.pdf


Complete Guide for College-Bound Student-Athletes

Everything you could possibly need to know about NCAA and the process of being certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center

NCAA Timelines and Requirements

Timeline by Grade

CORE GPA Requirements