NCAA
If you want to compete in Division I or II NCAA sports, you need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center at eligibilitycenter.org to make sure you stay on track to meet initial-eligibility standards.
If you have questions about your eligibility or the registration process, call the NCAA toll free at 877-262-1492, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time.
What to do in Grade 9
Start planning now! Register for a free Profile Page account at eligibilitycenter.org for information on NCAA initial-eligibility requirements.
Find your high school’s list of NCAA-approved core courses at eligibilitycenter.org/courselist to ensure you are taking the right courses, and earn the best grades possible.
What to do in Grade 10
If you are being actively recruited by an NCAA school and have a Profile Page account, transition it to the right Certification account.
Monitor the task list in your NCAA Eligibility Center account for next steps.
At the end of the school year, ask your high school counselor from each school you have attended to upload an official transcript to your Eligibility Center account.
If you fall behind academically, ask your high school counselor for help finding approved courses you can take.
What to do in Grade 11
Ensure your sports participation information is correct in your Eligibility Center account.
Check with your high school counselor to make sure you are on track to complete the required number of NCAA-approved core courses and graduate on time with your class.
At the end of the school year, ask your high school counselor from each school you have attended to upload an official transcript to your Eligibility Center account.
What to do in Grade 12
Request your final amateurism certification beginning April 1 (fall enrollees) or Oct. 1 (winter/spring enrollees) in your Eligibility Center account at eligibilitycenter.org.
Complete your final NCAA-approved core courses as you prepare for graduation.
After you graduate, ask your high school counselor to upload your final official transcript with proof of graduation to your Eligibility Center account.