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In our previous post, we gave you an overview of what the NAIA is all about. Now, we delve deeper into the eligibility requirements for student-athletes who wish to compete in the NAIA.
You’ll learn everything about the basic requirements to understand if you can compete in the NAIA.
1. Seasons of Competition
A student can play 4 seasons of competition.
A student is charged a season of competition for participation in at least one intercollegiate contest. The student is charged a season regardless of the level of play.
The student may only compete during his/her first 10 semesters/15 quarters in which the student is enrolled at an institution/university.
2. Freshman and/or Continuing Eligibility Requirements
A freshman student must:
- Be a graduate of an accredited high school or be accepted as a regular student in good standing at the enrolling institution
- Meet two of three entry-level academic requirements:
1. Test Score - Minimum score of: ACT – 18 or SAT - 860
2. GPA: 2.0 (in High School)
3. Class Rank – Top 50% of high school graduating class
A freshman also must meet the Continuing Eligibility requirements:
- 9-hour rule
Must have passed at least nine hours before the student’s second term.
- 24/36-hour rule
All students: 24 hours during the student’s previous two terms.
Quarter System: 36 hours during the student’s previous three quarters.
+31 Sports
Understanding these requirements, guidelines and regulations can be overwhelming. However, as experts at +31 Sports, we thoroughly understand the rules. If you have any questions regarding eligibility or just want to learn more, don't hesitate to reach out to us!
