If you want to play NCAA sports at a Division I or II school, you need to register for a Certification Account with the NCAA Eligibility Center. College-bound student-athletes in Division III can also create a Profile Page to receive important updates about being a student-athlete and preparing for college. Students who are not sure which division they want to compete in can create a Profile Page and transition to a Certification Account if they decide to play Division I or II sports.

The NCAA Eligibility Center works with you and your high school to help you prepare for life as a student-athlete. If you have questions about your eligibility or the registration process, please review our resources and frequently asked questions or call us toll free at 1-877-262-1492. International students should use our International Contact Form to reach out to staff.

What's Needed for Registration:

• Valid email address the student checks frequently and will have access to after high school.

• Basic education history, including a list of all high schools or secondary schools you have attended and the dates during which you attended them.

• Sports participation history (Certification Accounts only), including details about any teams with which you have practiced or played or events in which you participated, as well as information about any individuals that have advised you or marketed your skills.

• Payment (Certification Accounts only). The registration fee is $90 for students from the United States and its territories, and Canada. The registration fee is $150 for students from all other countries. You must pay online by debit, credit card or e-check. Some students may be eligible for a fee waiver.

You can also check out the REGISTRATION CHECKLIST to have on hand!

On the NCAA Eligibility Center website, you will find the tools and information to guide you toward your goal of becoming an NCAA student-athlete. Allow at least 30 to 45 minutes to register completely for a Certification Account, and 15 to 30 minutes to create a Profile Page. If you need to exit and come back at a later time, you can save and exit once your account has been created. 

To access the registration link, please visit How To Register. 

College Athletics Organizations

• National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

  • Initial-Eligibility NCAA Brochure

  • Division I Academic Requirements

  • Division II Academic Requirements

• National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

• National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)

If you have any other questions, please contact Ms. Gentry in the counseling office or email at gentrdc@nv.ccsd.net