1. Lincoln-Way Central High School
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Initial-Eligibility Requirements
School Term:
Lincoln-Way Central High School

2. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Participation in NCAA competition is a privilege, not a right.
Eligibility is determined by high-school academic work (Your Grade Point Average in your CORE courses combined with your ACT score).
English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Language.

3. Numbers and People to Remember
2.3 – The minimum High School Grade Point Average (GPA) in your core courses needed to participate freshman year in college
16 – The number of required credits in your core courses
It is very important to let your counselor know that you want to play sports in college!

4. Recommended High School Classes for College Entrance
4 years English (4)
3 years Math (3)
3 years Science (2.5)
3 years Social Studies (2.5)
2 years World Language (0)
TOTAL = 15 Credits
BHS TOTAL = 12 Credits

5. Core Course Requirements
16 core courses
4 years English
3 years mathematics (Algebra I or higher)
2 years science (one must be a lab)
1 year additional English, math or science
2 years social studies
4 years additional core courses (from any area above or foreign language, nondoctrinal religion or philosophy)

6. NCAA Eligibility Registration
Online registration only – NCAA recommends registering during Junior year.
Link: NCAA College-Bound Student-Athletes

7. Eligibilitycenter.org website

8. Eligibilitycenter.org website

9. Thank You for your Attention and Good Luck in your quest to compete at the Collegiate Level! Please feel free to contact your son/daughter’s Counselor