NCAA Academic Standards

NCAA ACADEMIC STANDARDS  
A student who wants to compete in either Division I or II sports must complete 16 core academic courses and must achieve a minimum grade point average in those courses.

Students who are potential Division I or II athletes should register with the Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse after completing their junior year in high school. To register, prospective student-athletes should access the registration materials by visiting the new web site at :

NCAA Eligibility Center

NCAA Eligibility Brochure

NCAA Guide for the Student Athlete

North Star NCAA Approved class list: enter ACT code of 281304

Eligibility Standards Frequently Asked Questions

Division 1 Academic Standards

Division 2 Academic Standards