College bound athletes who aspire to compete in NCAA sports at a Division I or II school, 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.
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.
Below is a list of items that we recommend you have prepared prior to beginning your registration with the NCAA Eligibility Center.
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 $80 for students from the United States and its territories, and Canada. The registration fee is $135 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 are eligible for a registration fee waiver if you have received a waiver of the SAT or ACT fee. You must have an authorized high school official submit your fee waiver documentation online after you complete your registration.