{"id":3016,"date":"2017-09-12T09:35:40","date_gmt":"2017-09-12T09:35:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ncsasports.org\/?page_id=3016"},"modified":"2026-01-27T16:56:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T22:56:54","slug":"ncaa-eligibility-center-clearinghouse-registration-login","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ncsasports.org\/how-do-you-get-recruited\/college-recruit\/ncaa-eligibility-center-clearinghouse-registration-login","title":{"rendered":"NCAA Eligibility Center (Formerly the NCAA Clearinghouse)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the NCAA Eligibility Center?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The NCAA Eligibility Center (formerly known as the NCAA Clearinghouse) helps determine whether student-athletes are eligible to participate in college sports in the United States. It reviews academic records and amateur status to confirm eligibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><em>Watch the video below for more info about the NCAA Eligibility Center.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style><div class='embed-container'><iframe src='https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/R2s_-TKFtBU?rel=0' loading='lazy' frameborder='0' allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>You can access the NCAA Eligibility Center <a href=\"https:\/\/web3.ncaa.org\/ecwr3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box multi-column-box open accordion\"><div class=\"box-title\"><h2>On This Page<\/h2><span class=\"ncsa-plus-minus\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"rows\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#how\">How to Determine your NCAA Eligibility<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#checklist\">NCAA Eligibility Center Checklist <\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#type\">What Type of NCAA Account is Right for You?<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#register\">How Do I Register for the NCAA Eligibility Center?<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#id\">What is an NCAA ID Number and How Do I Get One?<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#find\">How to Find Your NCAA ID Number<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#requirements\">What are NCAA Eligibility requirements?<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#long\">How Long Does the NCAA Eligibility Center Process Take?<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#international\">NCAA Eligibility for International Students<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#contact\">NCAA Eligibility Center Contact Info<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-multi-column-box-row row\"><a href=\"#resources\">Important Resources<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how\">How to determine your NCAA eligibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Here are the steps to determine your NCAA eligibility:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">1. <strong>Identify Your Academic Goals:<\/strong> Consider the academic path you intend to pursue in high school or secondary school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">2. <strong><a href=\"\/ncaa-eligibility-center\/ncaa-core-courses\">Check Core Course Requirements<\/a>:<\/strong> Review the NCAA&#8217;s list of approved core courses to ensure you&#8217;re taking the right classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">3. <strong><a href=\"\/ncaa-eligibility-center\/gpa-requirements\">Maintain a Strong GPA<\/a>:<\/strong> Focus on earning solid grades in your core courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">4. <strong><a href=\"\/ncaa-eligibility-center\/amateurism-rules\">Meet Amateurism Rules<\/a>:<\/strong> Avoid prohibited activities or benefits related to your sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">5. <strong><a href=\"\/ncaa-eligibility-center\/register\">Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center<\/a>:<\/strong> Create an account and submit the required information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">6. <strong><a href=\"\/ncaa-eligibility-center\/eligibility-requirements\">Monitor Progress<\/a>:<\/strong> Regularly review your academics to stay on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">7. <strong>Seek Guidance:<\/strong> Work with your school counselor for support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">8. <strong><a href=\"\/recruiting\/contacting-college-coaches\">Communicate with Coaches<\/a>:<\/strong> Keep college coaches informed about your eligibility status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">9. <strong><a href=\"\/ncaa-eligibility-center\/recruiting-rules\">Stay Informed<\/a>:<\/strong> NCAA rules can change, so check for updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ncaa-eligibility-center-checklist\">NCAA Eligibility Center checklist<a name=\"checklist\" id=\"checklist\"><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The NCAA Eligibility Center checklist is a downloadable resource that helps student-athletes track progress and stay organized during the eligibility process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ncaa-eligibility-center-checklist-2023.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ncaa-eligibility-center-checklist-2023.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Download your eligibility checklist \u00bb<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"type\">What type of NCAA account is right for you?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">There are two main NCAA account types:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>NCAA Certification Account<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 for Division I or II athletes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>NCAA Profile Page Account&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 for athletes still exploring options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"register\">How do I register for the NCAA Eligibility Center?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The registration process usually takes 15-30 minutes, depending on how prepared you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/web3.ncaa.org\/ecwr3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NCAA Eligibility Center website<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Create an account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Submit required information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">For more details on how to register, visit our <a href=\"\/ncaa-eligibility-center\/register\">NCAA Eligibility Center Registration<\/a> page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"id\">What is an NCAA ID number and How Do I Get One?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">An NCAA ID number is a unique identification number assigned to student-athletes by the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) to track their eligibility and participation in collegiate sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">To get an NCAA ID number go to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web3.ncaa.org\/ecwr3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NCAA Eligibility Center website<\/a>,&nbsp;create either a Certification Account or Profile Page account, and complete the initial registration process to get your NCAA ID number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"find\">How to Find Your NCAA ID number<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Access your NCAA Eligibility Center account by visiting <a href=\"http:\/\/eligibilitycenter.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eligibilitycenter.org<\/a>. Your NCAA ID appears in the top-right corner, positioned just below your name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"430\" height=\"215\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ncsasports.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ncaa-id-430x215.jpg\" alt=\"NCAA ID number\" class=\"wp-image-135967\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ncsasports.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ncaa-id-430x215.jpg 430w, https:\/\/www.ncsasports.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ncaa-id-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ncsasports.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ncaa-id-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ncsasports.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ncaa-id.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"requirements\">What are NCAA Eligibility requirements?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">NCAA Eligibility requirements include meeting academic standards and following amateurism guidelines. <a href=\"\/name-image-likeness\">NCAA Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rules<\/a> can also effect your eligibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">For more details, visit our <a href=\"\/ncaa-eligibility-center\/eligibility-requirements\">NCAA Eligibility Requirements<\/a> page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"long\">How long does the NCAA Eligibility Center process take?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The process continues through high school and ends when a college confirms your eligibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Create an account early in high school<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Submit transcripts by junior year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Send final transcripts after graduation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncsa-callout callout\">\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Insider Tip:<\/strong> If you&nbsp;enroll&nbsp;early (common for elite level D1 athletes playing in the fall) or have a unique situation&nbsp;<a href=\"\/recruiting\/juco-transfer-rules\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">coming out of junior college<\/a>, your process&nbsp;may look&nbsp;slightly different.&nbsp;Keeping your&nbsp;Certification Account kept up to date&nbsp;is essential.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"international\">NCAA eligibility information for international students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list\">\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"\/recruiting\/how-to-get-recruited\/international-athletes\">International Athlete&#8217;s Guide to Athletic Recruiting in the U.S.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncaa.org\/sb_output.aspx?form=22\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NCAA Eligibility Center International Contact Form<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"http:\/\/fs.ncaa.org\/Docs\/eligibility_center\/International_Information\/International_Guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NCAA Guide to International Academic Standards for Athletics Eligibility<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncaa.org\/sports\/2017\/6\/14\/international-student-athletes.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NCAA International Student-Athletes Homepage<\/a> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NCAA Eligibility Center Contact Info<a id=\"contact\" name=\"contact\"><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Customer Service Hours<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Monday\u2013Friday, 9 a.m.\u20135 p.m. Eastern Time&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Phone:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"tel:1-877-262-1492\">(877) 262-1492<\/a>\u00a0(toll free U.S. callers and Canada except Quebec)<br><a href=\"tel:1-317-917-6222\">(317) 917-6222<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Mailing Address<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">NCAA Eligibility Center<br>Certification Processing<br>P.O. Box 7110<br>Indianapolis, IN 46207<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Overnight Address<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">NCAA Eligibility Center<br>Certification Processing<br>1802 Alonzo Watford Sr. Drive<br>Indianapolis, IN 46202<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Fax: (<a href=\"tel:1-317-968-5100\">317) 968-5100<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-links-to-important-resources\">important resources<a name=\"resources\" id=\"resources\"><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list list--bullet\">\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"http:\/\/fs.ncaa.org\/Docs\/eligibility_center\/Student_Resources\/CBSA.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NCAA Guide for the College Bound Student Athlete <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/web3.ncaa.org\/ecwr3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NCAA Eligibility Center<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Have more questions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">At NCSA, we understand how important NCAA eligibility is to your recruiting journey. Our experts and resources help you stay informed and on track.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">By using an NCSA profile, you can easily gather all your essential recruiting details in one place, and our NCAA eligibility center resources will help you stay on track each year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong><a data-lead-button-type=\"standard\" class=\"lead-link\">Create your free&nbsp;NCSA&nbsp;profile today<\/a>&nbsp;or schedule an assessment to speak with an expert<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-red-btn button--schedule-a-call\" data-lead-cta-location=\"Eligibility Center SAC\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" style=\"border-radius:50px\">Schedule an Assessment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is the NCAA Eligibility Center? 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