NCAA

National Collegiate Athletic Association

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is a member-led organization dedicated to the well-being and lifelong success of college athletes. Nearly half a million college athletes make up the 19,886 teams that send more than 57,661 participants to compete each year in the NCAA's 90 championships in 24 sports across 3 divisions.¹

Map of the United States of America with the college football sports logo representing each state.

Three Divisions of the NCAA

Division I:		Generally have more students and larger athletic departments. Schools in this division can give athletic scholarships.

Division II:		Emphasize a life balance in which academically and athletically gifted students can compete at a high level. This division can give athletic scholarships.

Division III:		Academics are the primary focus. The sports seasons are shorter reducing time away from academic studies and other campus activities. This division cannot give athletic scholarships.

NCAA Division Eligibility Information

NCAA Eligibility Center	College Bound Student-Athlete Guide	DI & DII GPA Worksheet

NCAA Eligibility Checklist	Student-Athlete & College Athletics Presentation	Approved NCAA Core Classes

¹ (February 10, 2020). What is the NCAA?. NCAA.org. 4-5-2021, from https://www.ncaa.org/about/resources/media-center/ncaa-101/what-ncaa.

Stafford High School145 Orcuttville Rd, Stafford Springs, CT 06076 | Phone (860) 684-4233 | Fax (860) 684-0424

NCAA

Stafford High School

Stafford High School
145 Orcuttville Rd, Stafford Springs, CT 06076 | Phone (860) 684-4233 | Fax (860) 684-0424