NCAA NCAA SEMINARSEMINAR

“How to” for the College Bound

Student-Athlete

Lower Dauphin High School November 13, 2013

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Jen Kastelic, MS Physical Education Teacher Middle School Field Hockey Coach

Rob Klock, HS Social Studies Teacher High School Football Coach

Linda Kreiser, Retired MS Science Teacher High School Field Hockey Coach

Tanya Dreon, Counselor

What is the NCAANCAA?

National Collegiate Athletic Association

An organization through which many of the nation’s colleges/ universities speak and act on athletic matters at the national level

It is a non-profit, voluntary association of more than 1200 schools, conferences, organizations and individuals dedicated to the sound administration of intercollegiate athletics

NCAA Eligibility Center NCAA Eligibility Center ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

The NCAA Eligibility Center is responsible for determining the eligibility of every college bound student athlete in NCAA

Divisions I and II using the following two areas:

Academic Certification

Does the college bound student athlete meet the legislated minimum academic requirements?

Amateurism Certification

Has the college bound student athlete jeopardized his or her amateur status?

Amateurism CertificationAmateurism Certification

It’s important to the NCAA that students are “student athletes” above all else and therefore require that applicants complete an amateurism certification as a part of the eligibility process.

In general, amateurism requirements do not allow:

Contracts with professional teams Salary for participating in athletics Prize money above actual and

necessary expenses Play with professionals Tryouts, practice or competition

with a professional team Benefits from an agent or

prospective agent Agreement to be represented by

an agent Delayed initial full-time collegiate

enrollment to participate in organized sports competition

Definition of a Core Definition of a Core CourseCourse

A course that qualifies for high school graduation in one or more of the following: English, mathematics, natural or physical science, social science, foreign language or comparative religion or philosophy;

Is considered four year college preparatory; Is taught at or above the high school’s

regular academic level; For mathematics courses, is at the level of

Algebra I or higher; and Is taught by a qualified instructor as

defined by the appropriate academic authority.

Academic Requirements for Academic Requirements for

Initial EligibilityInitial Eligibility Graduate from high school Complete NCAA approved courses Earn a minimum required core course

grade point average (GPA) Earn a required SAT or ACT sum score

Also…NEW requirements for those entering college after August of 2016 (current 10th and 11th graders)…

Core Classes- Division Core Classes- Division II

16 Core Classes 4 English 3 Math (Algebra 1 or higher) 2 Natural/Physical Science (including one lab

science) 1 extra English, math OR Natural/Physical

Science 2 Social Science 4 additional courses from core above (and/or

foreign language or religion)

See sliding scale for GPA/test score match (pg. 10)

Core Classes – Division Core Classes – Division IIII

16 Core Classes 3 English 2 Math (Algebra 1 or higher) 2 Natural/Physical Science (including one lab

science) 3 extra English, math OR Natural/Physical

Science 2 Social Science 4 additional courses from core above or foreign language or religion

• Core GPA: 2.0• SAT minimum score: 820/ ACT minimum score: 68

Best test score will be used in Certification

Process

MATH VERBAL TOTAL

SAT 3/13 450 510 960

SAT 11/13 500 490 990

SCORES USED

500 510 1010

SAT or ACT scores must be sent directly to the NCAA through the testing company (they will not be accepted from the HS or on a transcript)

NCAA Code: 9999

Changes for Class of 2016 and Changes for Class of 2016 and beyondbeyond Minimum core course GPA of 2.300 required; Slight change in GPA/test score index (sliding scale);

and Ten core courses required before the beginning of

senior yearThree possible outcomes:1. Qualifier= competition, athletics aid (scholarship),

and practice the first year. 2. Academic Redshirt = athletics aid the first year,

practice in first regular academic term (semester or quarter).

3. Nonqualifier = no athletics aid, practice or competition the first year

Changes for Class of 2016 and Changes for Class of 2016 and beyondbeyond

To be a full qualifier:

Must complete 10 core courses before seventh semester of high school (e.g., senior year).

Of the 10 core courses completed, seven must be in the area of English, math, or science.

These 10 core courses become “locked in” for the purpose of GPA calculation.

A repeat of any of the “locked in” courses will not be used if taken after the seventh semester begins

New sliding scale for GPA & test scores

Changes for Class of 2016 and Changes for Class of 2016 and beyondbeyond

** If you fail to meet the required 10 core courses prior to the start of your seventh semester (seven of which must be in English, math, or natural or physical science), you will be allowed to retake core courses in your seventh or eighth semester, which will be used in your academic certification for the purpose of meeting the academic redshirt requirements.

Core classes are the same Sliding scale changes (see eligibility website) Min Core GPA 2.00-2.99** If you meet these requirements, you can receive an athletics

scholarship during your first year at an NCAA Division I college or university.

After the first term is complete, you must successfully complete nine semester hours or eight quarter hours in each applicable term at your college or university to continue to practice for the remainder of the year

DivisionDivision III III Unlike Divisions I and II, there

is no uniform set of eligibility requirements for Division III schools.

Eligibility for admission, financial aid, practice and competition is determined by the college or university.

Calculating Core Calculating Core AveragesAverages

4.0 Scale

A= 4.0B= 3.0C= 2.0D= 1.0

Core Classes are academic/ college prep courses as approved by the NCAA

See worksheet pg. 16 and sample in your packet

Keep track as you progress through high school

The ProcessThe Process

www.eligibiltycenter.orgEligibility registration pg. 6Transcript RequestCost: $65Follow-up and Pin Number1-877-262-1492Early certification – Junior year

Early CertificationEarly CertificationStudents who meet the following criteria after six

semesters will be certified as qualifiers:For Division I: Core-course GPA of 3.000 or higher in a minimum of

14 core courses AND a minimum SAT score 900/ACT score 75: 3 English 2 math 2 science 2 additional core courses in English, math, natural/physical

science 5 additional core courses.

For Division II: Core-course GPA of 3.000 or higher in a minimum of 12 core courses AND a minimum SAT score 1000/ACT score 85 3 English 2 math 2 science and 5 additional core courses.

Searching for the right Searching for the right colleges…colleges…

www.collegeboard.orgwww.ncaa.orgLower Dauphin students: Naviance

Promoting your athletic Promoting your athletic talentstalents

Colleges do not typically knock on your door and offer scholarship money… you must increase your visibility to be recognized by college coaches.

Students can boost their visibility by visiting campuses, meeting coaches and making phone calls.

The first 2 years of HS are about development -- developing your sports skills as well as working on your leadership abilities. You will be a more valuable recruit if you have built a reputation for teamwork, sportsmanship and maturity. Establishing that reputation is a long process and it requires consistency. College coaches are looking for motivated athletes who contribute to team unity, have valued athletic talents and solid academic performance in school.

The athlete’s season for recruiting is just a few months so being on a coaches radar early is important to make the best use of your time.

Start early by evaluating college sports programs and thinking about the type of team philosophy or environment where you’d fit in best.

Promoting your Promoting your athletic talentsathletic talents

Work with your coaches!If marketing yourself – recruitment

packets about student should include: Stats/ athletic resume CD/DVD of game/skills Newspaper articles (highlighted)Other options can include using a

consultant or a service to help you through the recruitment process

Timeline - Timeline - 99thth gradegrade

Choose rigorous courses Talk with your counselor AND coach

about future intentions Work with a coach and/or trainer to

improve/strengthen athletic skills Develop a plan, attend camps and

showcases Keep track of your participation/stats GRADES!!!!

Timeline - Timeline - 1010thth gradegrade

Choose college preparatory classes – keep up those GRADES!!!

Continue to keep your coaches and counselor informed of your plans

Career/college research Take PSATs in the fall Continue to work on your athletic

skills and keep track of your stats Visit schools, attend camps and

showcases

Timeline Timeline - 11- 11thth gradegrade

Unofficial visits to college campuses Course selection – very important! Take PSATs in the fall and SATs

and/or ACTs in the spring (#9999) Must send SAT test scores DIRECTLY

to the NCAA! Apply for initial eligibility on-line and

through your School Counselor (to request transcripts)

Early certification (see requirements) Athletic Skills and GRADES!

Timeline -Timeline -1212thth gradegrade

Fall SAT/ACTOfficial visitsApplications in before Thanksgiving

Admissions vs. athletics!Complete a Financial Aid application

(FAFSA) in January/February regardless of your plans

Choose collegeSign letter of intentKeep up with those grades!

College AthleticsCollege Athletics

Competitiveness Scholarship Requirements Professional Sports Related articles and

statistics NAIA and NJCAA … other

paths to consider

MiscellaneouMiscellaneouss

Sample LettersChecklistsQuestions to AskMaking your decisionNCAA Code for SAT/ACT: 9999

Lower Dauphin HS Code: 391-855

Thank you and good Thank you and good luck!luck!