The NCAA is the National Collegiate Athletics Association. The NCAA oversees students who are applying to, and who are currently participating in, Division I, II, and III sports at a college/university.
College-bound student-athletes preparing to enroll in a Division I or Division II school need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center.
to ensure they have met amateurism standards and are academically prepared for college coursework.
College-bound student-athletes preparing to enroll in a Division III school, or students who are undecided about college (but if they do attend wish to participate in Division I, II, or III athletics) should create a 'Profile Page' You'll get an NCAA ID, and we will send you important reminders as you complete high school.
See some resources below from the NCAA website: