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Checklist
- Check Your NCAA Eligibility
- Take the SAT Test
- Take the ACT Test
- Register With the NCAA Eligibility Center
- Apply for Colleges
- Graduate!
You are going to want to start by looking at the sliding scale in the graphic below. In order to get into college as a student athlete you must meet a certain criteria set forth on the scale. Check your GPA to see what SAT or ACT score you need in order to qualify. Please note that the GPA shown on your high school transcript is not what colleges use to calculate your eligibility. Set up an appointment with your counselor and have him/her calculate your "Core College GPA" and use that number to see what test scores are needed to qualify.
Sliding Scale
For all Division I sports you are required to complete 16 core course requirements. Only these 16 core courses are used to calculate your "Core College GPA." The following is a breakdown of how many credits are required in each subject area in order to qualify academically for a potential D-1 scholarship. Work with your counselor to ensure that you are scheduling and completing classes towards these requirements.
| Subject | Requirement |
|---|---|
| English | 4 Core |
| Math | 3 Core |
| Science | 2 Core |
| Additional English, Math or Science | 1 Core |
| Social Science | 2 Core |
| Additional Courses | 4 Core |
To check which courses at your high school are counted by the NCAA please visit: http://www.eligibilitycenter.org
*Please note that this is the NCAA minimum requirements. Each university may have its own policies in regards to academic requirements for acceptance. Also, as a potential walk-on, you need to qualify based on the NCAA standards as well as get accepted into the University as a normal student.
It is a great idea to take the SAT as early and often as possible until you receive a score that you are certain will get you into the colleges you are looking into. Below you will find the SAT test dates, where to register for the test, as well as the best free online test preparation to ensure that you are fully prepared come test day...
SAT Test Dates
| Test Dates | Register-By Date | Late Registration Date | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2011 | Sep 9, 2011 | Sep 21, 2011 | Register |
| Nov 5, 2011 | Oct 7, 2011 | Oct 21, 2011 | Register |
| Dec 3, 2011 | Nov 8, 2011 | Nov 20, 2011 | Register |
| Jan 28, 2012 | Dec 30, 2011 | Jan 13, 2012 | Register |
| Mar 10, 2012 | Feb 10, 2012 | Feb 24, 2012 | Register |
Free Online SAT Test Preparation
College Board Practice SAT Test:
http://sat.collegeboard.com/practice/sat-practice-test
Very Comprehensive. Creates an account personalized to you and gives you questions and tests to help you improve what they feel you need to work on.
http://www.number2.com
Lots of practice tests in math, critical reading, writing, and vocabulary to make sure you are prepared for whatever the SAT can throw your way.
http://www.majortests.com/sat
This site is extremely helpful because it provides teaching tools rather than just practice tests. If you don’t feel comfortable with a certain type of word problem, a certain type of math problem, etc... This site will walk you through how to make those weaknesses your strengths.
http://www.proprofs.com/sat/study-guide/index.shtml
A great resource for practice tests as well as general information about SAT test taking.
http://www.testpreppractice.net/SAT/Default.aspx
This is one of the best sites it terms of not only providing practice tests, but providing insights into certain tricks and tips to help prepare yourself for anything that may be thrown your way.
http://www.sparknotes.com/testprep/books/newsat
Another online resource for practice tests. Provides detailed answer explanations for each question so you learn what you are doing right and wrong and how to improve.
http://www.petersons.com/testprep/tips.asp?id=400
Comprehensive site to help you improve on the vocabulary section of the test http://www.english-test.net/sat
Provides video lessons to teach you how to handle every type of question that could be thrown your way.
https://www.testcircle.com/vclassroom/index.php
Provides online study guides for each portion of the test as well as practice quizzes with detailed answers.
http://www.domesatreview.com
It is a great idea to take the ACT as early and often as possible until you receive a score that you are certain will get you into the colleges you are looking into. Below you will find the ACT test dates, where to register for the test, as well as the best free online test preparation to ensure that you are fully prepared come test day...
ACT Testing Dates
| Test Dates | Registration Deadline | Late Fees Apply | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2011 | Aug 12, 2011 | Aug 13-26, 2011 | Register |
| Oct 22, 2011 | Sep 16, 2011 | Sep 17-20, 2011 | Register |
| Feb 11, 2012 | Jan 13, 2012 | Jan 14-20, 2012 | Register |
| Apr 12, 2012 | Mar 9, 2012 | Mar 10-23, 2012 | Register |
Free Online ACT Test Preparation
ACT Test Guide written by the administrators of the actual ACT test
http://www.act.org/aap/pdf/preparing.pdf
ACT sample tests in each subject area
http://www.actstudent.org/sampletest/index.html
Literally, your Coach for the ACT. This tutorial teaches you how to take the test, monitors your progress, gives you advice on how to improve in each area, as well as providing practice tests.
http://www.number2.com/exams/act/companion/preview/index.cfm?s=0
Provides some good practice ACT tests
http://www.4tests.com/exams/examdetail.asp?eid=13
Provides a free online practice test as well as an interactive lesson introducing you to the ACT
http://www.princetonreview.com/college/free-act-practice-test.aspx
A great resource for ACT practice tests
http://www.testpreppractice.net/ACT/Free-Online-ACT-Practice-Tests.aspx
Provides you with a couple of good options for practice tests pertaining to each ACT subject test
http://www.educationplanner.org/education_planner/preparing_article.asp?sponsor=2859&articleName=ACT_Practice_Tests
ACT Test Guide written by the administrators of the actual ACT test
http://www.act.org/aap/pdf/preparing.pdf
Another resource for practice tests
http://www.free-test-online.com/act-test
Registering with the NCAA Eligibility Center is one of the first steps towards making yourself eligible as a recruitable student-athlete for any Division I or Division II college. A prospective student athlete should register for the clearinghouse after the completion of their junior year in high school. Please note that it is very wise to make an appointment with your high school counselor and work through this registration process together.
Please follow the link below to register. Once you are registered, you will receive a 10 digit number which is called your "Clearinghouse ID." Make sure to save this number in a place where it is easily accessible as you will need it throughout the recruiting process.
If you are being considered as a scholarship athlete you will receive a packet sometime in January with a National Letter of Intent, a Scholarship agreement, and an application. Make sure to work with the eligibility coordinator, coaches, and staff of the college you select to ensure you're filling out all necessary paperwork correctly and on time, as well as fulfilling all of the requirements to gain admitane to that school.
As a potential walk-on you want to make sure you are being proactive and applying to the schools that you wish to walk-on to. The main step as a walk-on is getting admitted to school.
To apply online to the University of Oregon please go to the following link:
http://admissions.uoregon.edu/index.php?q=apply
After you graduate high school, you must send in a final transcript to the school of your choice. You will not be admitted until your final transcript is received.
