Need 2 Know
College Academic Eligibility Basics
NCAA Requirements
Complete 16 core courses in specific subject areas.
Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.3 in core courses.
Graduate from high school
NAIA Requirements
Graduate from high school with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Achieve an 18 on the ACT or 970 on the SAT
Graduate in the top 50% of their high school class
U Sports Requirements
Graduate from high school and meet admission requirements for their chosen university.
Maintain a minimum 60-80% average (varies by university and program)
2.0 minimum GPA to qualify (some schools may require a higher GPA)
Academic & Athletic Planning Tips
Start planning in Grade 9 to meet your eligibility requirements.
Take the right courses each year to stay on track.
Maintain a strong GPA - every grade counts!
Keep building your athletic profile and highlight tape for recruitment.
Register early with the NCAA, NAIA, U Sports eligibility centers.
