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If you wish to compete in intercollegiate athletics for a sports college that is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), you must meet certain amateur and academic eligibility requirements. You'll want to keep these requirements in mind during your college search so that when you find a college, you'll be qualified to play sports.
Amateur eligibility Engaging in any of the following activities prior to full-time enrollment is a violation of amateurism rules:
The following activities are generally acceptable as long as certain conditions are met:
To learn more about the conditions that accompany these activities and to understand the specifics of the amateurism rules, read about the NJCAA amateur eligibility requirements at www.njcaa.org.
If you wish to qualify for athletic scholarships, it is often important to maintain your amateur status.
Academic eligibility In order to meet NJCAA academic eligibility requirements you must graduate from high school or receive a GED that has been authorized by a state-recognized education agency or a regional association or approved by the NJCAA National Office.
If you're a non-high school graduate, you can establish eligibility by completing a single term of college work. You'll have to pass 12 credits with a 1.75 or higher overall grade point average.
Being academically ineligible greatly reduces the possibility that you will qualify for any sports scholarships.
The institution in which you enroll is responsible for certifying your eligibility. Remember that meeting NJCAA eligibility requirements does not guarantee college admission. Eligibility requirements are just one aspect of the college information you will need about schools you're interested in. Each school has its own admission policies, and you must still apply for admission.
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