All levels
Ages 18–23
College
Quick Answer
College sport runs through the NCAA (D-I, D-II, D-III), NAIA, NJCAA, USports in Canada, BUCS in the UK, and UniSport Australia. NCAA D-I requires 16 core courses, 2.30 GPA, certified TOEFL or IELTS for internationals, plus an NLI.
Governing Bodies
NCAANAIAUSportsBUCSUniSport Australia
Key Points
- NCAA D-I: 16 core courses + 2.30 GPA + NLI
- NAIA: 2.00 GPA, signed institutional agreement
- Transfer Portal is now the dominant recruiting market
Common Pitfalls
- Missing recruiting calendar contact windows
- Underestimating roster turnover
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