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NJCAA
National Junior College Athletic Association
Quick Answer
The NJCAA governs US junior college athletics across three divisions. Athletes have two seasons of competition; many use JUCO as a pathway to NCAA D-I or D-II.
International athlete? Read this first.
NIL, immigration, age-based eligibility, and transcript rules can quietly derail a U.S. recruiting timeline. Our guide walks through the five compliance areas international athletes should plan around.
Read the international compliance guideKey Rules
- Two seasons of competition
- NLI eligible
- NIL permitted
Official Resources
https://www.njcaa.orgHQ: Charlotte, NC, USA
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