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What Is The NAIA Eligibility Center?
The NAIA Eligibility Center is responsible for determining the NAIA eligibility of first-time student-athletes in any NAIA Institution. Any student playing NAIA championship sports for the first time must meet the eligibility requirements. Students must have their eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center, and all NAIA schools are bound by the center's decisions.
High School Students
NAIA Eligibility for High School Students
Transfer Students
If you’re transferring from a two- or four-year college and never played previously in the NAIA, the Eligibility Center will determine your eligibility based on academic records received directly from the previous institution(s).
Current NAIA Students Playing Sports For The First Time
If you’re a current NAIA student who has not previously competed in the NAIA, the Eligibility Center will determine your eligibility based on academic records received directly from your current insitution and any previous institution(s) you've attended.
Have You Taken Time Off?
Some students will also need to provide more detailed information about their participation in sports outside the college setting. This information will be required if you:
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Graduated from high school and did not enroll in college full-time the following fall |
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Did not maintain continuous enrollment in college (e.g., withdrew from college for one or more semesters/quarters) |
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Did not participate in college sports for one or more years during your collegiate enrollment |
NAIA Ongoing Eligibility Rules
For students already enrolled at NAIA institutions, your best resource for eligibility questions is your campus Faculty Athletics Representative. The NAIA Official Handbook outlines all association rules governing eligibility.
For any questions regarding the NAIA Elgibility Center please contact your head coach.