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NCAA D-II
NCAA Division II
Quick Answer
NCAA Division II requires 16 core courses with a 2.20 minimum GPA. Athletic scholarships are typically partial and combined with academic aid; partial qualifier status is more common than at D-I.
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Read the international compliance guideKey Rules
- 16 core courses
- 2.20 GPA minimum
- Partial scholarships common
Official Resources
https://www.ncaa.orgHQ: Indianapolis, IN, USA
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