College Planning For Student Athletes
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA):
The largest athletic association and has three divisions: Division I, II, and III. Division I and II schools offer athletic scholarships; Division III schools do not. If you want to attend a Division I or II school, you must be certified by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. For more information on NCAA regulations, please visit the NCAA website.
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA):
Similar to the NCAA, but has two divisions and different eligibility requirements. Learn more about NAIA requirements.
The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA):
Represents two-year colleges and has three divisions. Find out more about NJCAA.
Represents two-year colleges and has three divisions. Find out more about NJCAA.
The National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA):
An association of Christian colleges and has two divisions. Learn more about the NCCAA.
An association of Christian colleges and has two divisions. Learn more about the NCCAA.
You can also learn more about college planning for student athletes on EducationPlanner.org.