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NCAA Eligibility Center
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The NCAA Eligibility Center (formerly called the Clearing House) certifies the academic credentials of potential college athletes who wish to play sports at Division I, II, and III institutions.
See the resources below
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How To Register
It is the responsibility of the student to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. This should be completed no later than the beginning of his/her senior year, but we strongly recommend registering during junior year.
The Eligibility Center will evaluate a student's academic credentials once the following information has been received:
Step 1: Complete the online registration
Step 2: Fee Payment ($90)
Step 3: SAT or ACT on file from the respective testing agency
Step 4: Transcripts from all schools or programs attended
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Registration Fee Waivers
Students who qualify for free/reduce lunch will typically be eligible for a registration fee waiver.
See the College and Career Coordinator for more information and to request a fee waiver.
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Academic Requirements
To study and compete at a Division I or II school, you must earn 16 NCAA-approved core-course credits, earn a minimum 2.3 (Division I) or 2.2 (Division II) core-course GPA and submit your final transcript with proof of graduation to the Eligibility Center.
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What are Core Courses?
This is the name the NCAA gives to high school courses that meet certain academic criteria specified by the association. Students must complete a certain number of core courses for NCAA Division I and II eligibility.
Search CHS approved Core Classes
Coeur d'Alene NCAA High School Code: 130120
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Division I - Core Course Requirements
Earn 16 NCAA-approved core-courses in the following areas:
English
4 years
Math (Algebra I or higher)
3 years
Science (including one year of lab, if offered)
2 years
Additional English, Math or Science
1 year
Social Science
2 years
Additional courses
(any area listed above, World Language or non-doctrinal religion/philosophy)
4 years
For Division I, 10 of your 16 NCAA- approved core-course credits must be completed before the start of your seventh semester, including seven in English, math or science. -
Division II Core Course Requirements
Earn 16 NCAA-approved core-course credits in the following areasa:
English
3 years
Math (Algebra I or higher)
2 years
Science (including one year of lab, if offered)
2 years
Additional English, Math or Science
3 year
Social Science
2 years
Additional courses
(any area listed above, World Language or non-doctrinal religion/philosophy)
4 years
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Role of the Student
Students are responsible for maintaining their academics throughout high school. These tips will help keep you on track for meeting academic initial-eligibility standards.
Grade 9
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Start planning now! Take the right courses and earn the best grades possible.
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Register for a free Profile Page account for information on NCAA initial-eligibility requirements.
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Find your high school’s list of NCAA-approved core courses.
Grade 10
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If you fall behind academically, stop by the College and Career Center for help finding approved courses you can take.
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Monitor the task list in your Eligibility Center account for next steps.
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If you are being actively recruited by an NCAA school and have a Profile Page account, transition it to the right Certification account.
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At the end of the school year, ask your counselor from each high school you have attended to upload an official transcript to your Eligibility Center Account.
(Note: CHS automatically uploads transcripts at the end of sophomore year to the Eligibility Center)
Grade 11
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Ensure your sports participation information is correct in your Eligibility Center account.
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Check with the College and Career Coordinator to make sure you are on track to complete the required number of NCAA-approved core courses and graduate on time with your class.
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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.
(Note: CHS automatically uploads transcripts at the end of junior year to the Eligibility Center)
Grade 12
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Request your final amateurism certification beginning April 1 (fall enrollees) or Oct. 1 (winter/spring enrollees) in your Eligibility Center account at eligibilitycenter.org.
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Complete your final NCAA-approved core courses as you prepare for graduation.
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After you graduate, ask your high school counselor to upload your final official transcript with proof of graduation to your Eligibility Center account.
(Note: CHS automatically uploads transcripts at the end of senior year to the Eligibility Center)
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Role of the College and Career Coordinator/Counselor
The College and Career Center is here to support our students for college academically. While the student is responsible for many of the steps required in the pursuit of receiving NCAA certification, the college and career staff at CHS provide the following ongoing support to our student-athletes registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center:
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Maintain your school’s account to ensure it is accurate and up to date. We recommend you update your NCAA list of core courses after your school determines new course offerings, but before you begin registering students for courses.
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Ensure any nontraditional programs (credit recovery, virtual or online courses, etc.) offered at your school have been reviewed. Contact the Eligibility Center to discuss your programs and initiate a review.
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Submit fee waivers via the High School Portal for student registrations, when applicable. If a student qualifies for an SAT or ACT fee waiver, they qualify for a registration fee waiver with the Eligibility Center.
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Upload official transcripts for all registered students at the end of each academic year and when they graduate high school.
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