College Athletics & Eligibility

Students wishing to continue on with athletics in college are encouraged to begin research early in the process surrounding athletic eligibility and transitioning from high school to college athletics.

Important reminders for student athletes and their parents:

• Students should review academic standards required to participate in collegiate athletics in NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA. If students fail to meet those requirements, they may not be eligible to play college level sports immediately after graduation.

• Each athletic association operates under different rules and policies, including when and how often a coach can contact an athlete. Be aware of these rules!

• Admission to a college or university is separate from being selected for a college team. Students still must complete the college application process, adhering to the deadlines established by the Admissions Office.

• Students should speak to their high school coaches by at least junior year to discuss likely options for post-high school athletics.

NCAA Division I and II- If you plan on participating in college sports at Division I or II schools, you should register with the NCAA Clearinghouse by Spring of your junior year. Click here to register. Talk to your coach, the Activities Director, Mr. Eldredge, and also Mrs. Gerringer to assure your eligibility.

To understand NCAA eligibility, please refer to this Understanding Initial Eligibility PowerPoint from NCAA for high school students.

View this helpful flyer to understand the difference between Division I, II, and III.

NAIA- If you plan on participating in college sports at a NAIA school, register at www.playnaia.org.

NJCAA- For more information regarding the National Junior College Athletic Association, visit http://www.njcaa.org.