Understanding the Process of Athletics
Only 7% of high school athletes go on to collegiate athletics, making the recruitment process one that not many understand if their family or friends haven't been through it themselves. With many resources to dig through, we've done our best to find a few to make the beginning of your journey a bit easier to digest!
Inside, you’ll find everything you need to feel confident and prepared:
Different accounts are needed for different reasons. Read below and click on the one that relates to you to get started on creating your account!
Academic & Athletics Certification Account (D1 schools)
Required to compete at D1 or D2
Allows students to go on D1 official visits
Allows students to sign for athletics aid
Allows students to receive an athletics scholarship
Registration fee for this type
There is a fee waiver available
Athletics Certification Account (D3 schools)
Required to compete at D3
Recommended for international student-athletes
Registration fee for this type
There is a fee waiver available
Student-athletes transferring from a 2-year school to a D1 or D2 school who did not require an academic certification will also use this account
Profile Page Account (10th Grade or Younger)
Not sure where they want to compete
Domestic students planning to compete at a D3 school
Registering in an NCAA certified non-scholastic basketball event
NO registration fee for this type
Once being actively recruited, can transition to a certification account
NAIA Eligibility Center Account (NAIA, separate from NCAA)
Required for any student-athlete intending to play at an NAIA member institution