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NCAA/NAIA/NJCAA Eligibility

November 21, 2014

Information for students interested in playing college athletics after high school.

NCAA

National Collegiate Athletic Association - Indianapolis, IN

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Resources:

  • NCAA Eligibility Center

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  • NCAA Eligibility Center Contact Information: 877-262-1492

NCAA Divisions:

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NAIA

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics - Kansas City, MO

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  • NAIA Eligibility Center Contact Information: 866-881-6242 / ecinfo@naia.org


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National Junior College Athletic Association - Colorado Springs, CO

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  • NJCAA Eligibility Contact Information: 719-590-9788

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