A central clearinghouse will certify athletic eligibility. If as a college freshman you intend to participate in college athletics, you must register and be certified by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. This should be done at the end of your junior year in high school. High School counselors can obtain registration materials at no cost by calling the clearinghouse at (877) 262-1492 or on line at the link below. In order to be registered, student athletes must complete the student release form (SRF), mail one copy of the form to the clearinghouse along with the $50 registration fee (sometimes you can get the fee waived), give two other signed copies to your high school counselor, good idea to make a third copy for your records.

You can also register on line at initigal eligibility center Make sure one of your high school officials works with you on this because they have forms they must submit as well. The high school must send in a copy of the form, along with an official copy of transcripts to the clearinghouse. After graduation the school must send in the other form along with a copy of final transcripts that confirms graduation. If you have questions go on line or use the customer service number to ask questions (877) 262-1492.

The high school must also annually file one Form 48-H with the clearinghouse listing the school’s core courses.