NCAA Eligibility: Certification Account

What is the NCAA Eligibility Center?
The NCAA Eligibility Center certifies the academic and amateur status of all prospective student-athletes who plan to compete in NCAA Division I or Division II sports. Through the Eligibility Center, the NCAA reviews your academic record, test scores, and amateur status to ensure conformity with NCAA rules.

To review the NCAA Initial Eligibility requirements, click here.  

The NCAA Eligibility Center does NOT:
  • Take the place of college applications. You still have to submit college applications during 12th grade. 
  • Lead college coaches find you. It's your responsibility to be proactive!
When to Register
The NCAA encourages students interested in competing at Division I or Division II schools to register for a Certification Account as early as 9th grade. Although there is no exact deadline, it's best to get it done as soon as possible. You must be registered before you can go on an official visit to a DI or DII school. Also, you will receive your NCAA ID # which you can share with college coaches during the recruitment process.

How to Register
Use this checklist to gather all your information and register at: eligibilitycenter.org 
Check out the Eligibility Center's Frequently Asked Questions page for more detailed information. You can also call the NCAA customer service at 877-262-1492.

Fee Waiver
The Eligibility Center registration fee is $90. However, you may be eligible for a fee waiver if you qualified for a fee waiver for the SAT/ACT. It's important to check in with your counselor to see if you qualify. They will also be the one responsible for approving your fee waiver from their online High School Portal account. 

Submitting Transcripts
Ask your counselor to submit your transcripts at the end of the each academic year.

Submitting Test Scores
You are responsible for sending your test scores to the Eligibility Center. You can add the Eligibility Center as a score recipient when you register for the SAT/ACT using code 9999 or you can add them at a later time. 
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Directions: 
Review the NCAA Eligibility Center Registration Checklist and gather all the information you need. Create your Eligibility Center Certification Account here.


Helpful Tip: Log in to your NCAA Eligibility Center account at eligibilitycenter.org. Your NCAA ID number is in the top-right corner, just below your name.