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Academic Standards

"To be successful in college, students need to be prepared for college coursework. In Division I and Division II, the NCAA sets academic initial-eligibility standards that take into account GPA, standardized test scores, core courses taken in high school and the grades earned in those core courses. Division III schools hold student-athletes to the same overall standards for the institution in which they’re enrolling.

All student-athletes also must meet the unique acceptance requirements of the college or university they plan to attend (which may exceed NCAA standards)."

Source: NCAA.org

Irrespective of your desired college soccer destination, meeting and upholding academic standards is paramount. Both the NCAA guidelines and the specific requirements of your chosen institution are crucial benchmarks. Exceptional soccer prowess alone cannot secure admission; academic eligibility is essential. Without the requisite grades and qualifications, admittance becomes unattainable, regardless of your athletic abilities. Moreover, maintaining academic standards post-enrollment is equally critical. Failure to meet these ongoing requirements could jeopardize your status as a team member, impacting your ability to play collegiate soccer.

Here are some more useful links from NCAA.org to help explain the educational eligibility process for college soccer:

GPA  |  Educational Resources  |  Division I Eligibility Requirements  |  Division II Eligibility Requirements  |  Test Scores