Many collegiate athletic programs are regulated by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), an organization founded in 1906 that has established rules on eligibility, recruiting and financial aid.  The NCAA has three membership divisions -- Division I, Division II and Division III.  Institutions are members of one or another division according to the size and scope of their athletic programs and whether they provide athletic scholarships.  If you are planning to enroll as a freshman and you wish to participate in Division I or Division II athletics, you must be certified by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse.

Obtain information from your post-high school counselor in the spring of Junior year about the rules and calendar governing your filing with the Clearinghouse. Forms for filing with the NCAA are available in July following your Junior Year.

Resources for the College-Bound Athlete

• NCAA Clearinghouse Online
• American Sport Education Program
• Athletic Recruiting and College Scholarship Guide
• Athletic Scholarships
• National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA)
• Sports Scholarship Information
• National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
• National Scouting Report

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