1 NCAA and the College Bound Athlete Palos Verdes HSAlex Garfio, M.Ed. Assistant Athletic Director University of Southern California

2 NCAA and the College Bound AthleteRoadmap NCAA Landscape Assessment of Opportunity/Ability Recruitment Initial Eligibility Aid/Scholarships Amateurism Cory

3 College Athletic Landscape351 NCAA DI Institutions Power 5, 65 institutions Football – FBS & FCS 307 NCAA DII institutions (i.e. CSLA & UCSD) 440 NCAA DIII institutions (i.e. Occidental & Caltech) 252 NAIA DI and DII institutions (i.e. UC Merced) Community Colleges (NJCAA & CCCAA) * Higher GPA and SAT/ACT scores, the more options

4 College Athletic LandscapeSports governed by the NCAA, NJCAA, and NAIA (M) = restricted to men, (W) = restricted to women NCAA championship sports NJCAA NAIA Baseball (M) Basketball Beach Volleyball (W) Bowling (W) Cross country Equestrian (W) Fencing Field hockey (W) Football (M) Golf Gymnastics Ice hockey Lacrosse Rifle Rowing (W) Rugby (W) Skiing Soccer Softball (W) Swimming and diving Tennis Track and field (indoor and outdoor) Triathlon (W) Volleyball (W) Water polo (M) Wrestling (M) Bowling Half marathon Ice hockey (M) Cory talking about overview of athletics and opportunity

5 NCAA Landscape Cory talking about overview of athletics and opportunity

6 Recruiting Overview Getting Recruited – Sport SpecificRecruiting Exposure: Research Colleges, Camps, Questionnaires, Highlights Letters Calls, Texts, Social Media Initial Communicaiton w/ Coach: Coaches Evaluate: On Site Talent Assessment Verbal Offers & Verbal Commitments Unofficial/Official Visits Home Visit NLI

7 Recruiting Concepts NCAA Prospect Defined – A student who has started class for the 9th grade. Parents are an extension of the prospect regarding all recruiting activity. Recruiting triggered with: Official visit, contact/eval. arranged, coach initiates phone call, or issue of written offer or financial aid Permissible recruiter – Legislative limit to how many coaching staff members are allowed to recruit off- campus for a specific sport.

8 Recruiting Concepts Contacts – Any off-campus face-to-face encounter between a prospect (or parents) and a coach. Evaluations – Any off-campus assessment of academic qualifications or athletic ability. Limited time period contacts/evals can occur. Limited number of contacts/evals allowed per year. Generally 7 per year An evaluation of one is counted as an evaluation of all Limited where permissible contacts/evals may occur At educational institution, after competition, or home.

9 Recruiting Concepts Phone Calls/Text Message, Emails & Social MediaLimited when phone calls/text message & s can be initiated. Cannot publicize recruitment on social media. Coaches cannot endorse a high school or club team. *No rule governs calls/ s with high school or club coaches. They can be athlete’s best advocate!

10 Recruiting Calendars Contact Period – Permissible to recruit in-person off-campus. Evaluation Period – Permissible to evaluate off-campus, no contact. Quiet Period – No in-person off-campus contact. Dead Period – No contact

11 Recruiting Process: Assessment of OpportunityNational/ Regional/ Conference Considerations Academic Considerations-admissions/major Opportunity in Div. I, II, III, NAIA, Community College Level of play at each perspective school Playing time vs. “sitting the bench” Use unofficial visits, media guide, campus tours Best Practices Research – media guides, websites, campus tours (unofficial visits) Maintain high academic standards – higher grades and GPA provide more opportunity Cory - Turn into 2 slides Assessment of opportunity first

12 Recruiting Process: Assessment of AbilityCurrent coach’s perspective Outside ranking agencies, scouts, high-caliber camps All-American, All-CIF JO, JN, Club Championships, etc. Institution sponsored camps Top recruits vs. SA’s that may be overlooked Exposure is key-get yourself seen Film (i.e. Football film vs. Soccer film) Recruiting services Contact coaches – student athlete can reach out to any coach at any time (*NCAA rules may prohibit a coach from calling back) Cory - Turn into 2 slides Assessment of opportunity first Go where the opportunity is.

13 Official Visits Official visits All expense paid visit to institutionCan be taken after 1st day of senior year (M/W BSK different) 48 hour time limit Allowed 5 official visits (combined) As of August 1st, 2016 – Parents travel can be paid for Requirements Need to be registered with Eligibility Center Unofficial test scores (PSAT/Plan are OK) Transcripts Required grad rates, APR info, banned substance Unofficial Visits Cory lodging and three meals per day for the student-athlete and his or her parents or guardians, as well as reasonable entertainment expenses including three tickets to a home sports event.

14 Athletic Admissions Holistic approachDemographics HS profile SA Profile Family support Talent Scholarship vs. Recruited walk-on status Influenced by University/Athletic Relationship Scholarship can & should be accompanied by proof of admission **Recruitment does not guarantee admission, SA needs to maintain high academic standards Good relationship department between admissions and athelics --- is it advsarial or collaborative

15 Application Process All student athletes need to complete applicationsStart early…do not wait until the last minute to work on applications and essays! Know all application deadlines (scholarships, regular) Make sure to review each application to know what needs to be provided to submit successfully Involvement in extracurricular activities are important factors when applications are reviewed by admissions Showcase your talents and achievements: volunteering, clubs, teams, organizations, choirs, church groups, etc.

16 NCAA Eligibility CenterWhat is the EC? An organization created by the NCAA to certify whether prospective student-athletes have accomplished similar and basic initial academic eligibility requirements in different high schools across the nation. Who needs to register with the EC? Any prospective student who plans to attend an NCAA Division I or II institution and wishes to participate in intercollegiate athletics. *NAIA also has an Eligibility Center When should students register? Anytime once enrolled in high school. The sooner the better! Additional information Pay $75 app fee (waiver) Make sure all test scores and high school transcripts are sent

17 Eligibility Center 1/877 262-1492 High School StudentNCAA Eligibility Center Academics Amateurism Proof of Graduation GPA (2.3)/Test Score Sliding Scale 16 Core Courses (7/10) Questionnaire Academic Certification Decision Amateurism Certification Decision ELIGIBLE?

18 Four Parts of Initial Eligibility1. Graduation from high school 2. Minimum core grade-point average 3. Minimum ACT or SAT test score 4. Completion of 16 core courses

19 What is a “Core Course”? Determination made by NCAA Eligibility CenterCriteria: Course must be a recognized academic course and qualify for high school graduation credit in one of the following areas: English, math, natural/physical science, social science, foreign language or nondoctrinal religion/philosophy. Course must be considered college prep by the high school; Math course must be at the level of Algebra I or higher; Course must be taught by a qualified instructor as defined by the appropriate academic authority (e.g., high school, school district); and, Course must be taught at the high school’s regular academic level.

20 What is not a core course?Courses in non-core areas or vocational courses Courses that prepare student for the world of work or life, or for a 2-year college or technical school Courses that are taught below grade level or at a slower pace, with less depth or rigor Courses that are not academic in nature Fine Art courses cannot be approved in any core area Computer Sciences courses at high schools that award technology credit Credit recovery courses not completed in accordance to NCAA guidelines Has anyone taken courses outside of LA HS? Does the NCAA tell you if one of your courses in not approved by the NCAA?

21 Approved Core Course List

22 NCAA Core Course Requirements Division IDiscipline Number of Courses English 4 years Math (algebra I or higher) 3 years Natural or Physical Science (Inc. Lab) 2 years Additional Eng., Math or N/P Science 1 year Social Science Additional Courses (any area above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy) Time Limitation You must complete core curriculum not later than the high school graduation date of the prospect’s class “Plus 1” Exception One core course after high school graduation

23 DI - Core Course GPA and test score requirementNCAA DI Sliding Scale Corresponding test score on sliding scale Example: GPA of 2.50 requires SAT of 820 or sum ACT of 68 Best overall SAT combined score (verbal and math only) Best sum of ACT subsections

24 DI New Academic RequirementsFor college bound student athletes enrolling full time at an NCAA Division I college or university on or after August 1, 2016, there are three possible academic outcomes: 1.Qualifier=competition, athletics aid (scholarship), and practice the first year. 2. Academic Redshirt=athletics aid the first year, practice in first regular academic term (semester or quarter). 3.Nonqualifier= no athletics aid, practice or competition the first year.

25 DI New Academic RequirementsQualifier (Practice, Aid, Competition) 16 core courses listed on LACC (proper distribution) 2.3 core course GPA or higher Test score (sliding scale) need a 900/75 Combination of best test scores will be used to certify students Proof of on time Graduation Core course distribution Must complete 10 core courses before 7th semester of high school 7 must be in English, Math or Science 10 core courses become ‘locked in’ NCAA will use the 6 highest remaining grades on transcripts I.e. If a student takes 12 core-courses prior to 7th semester, they can repeat 2 courses for grade improvement Plus One can only replace non-locked grades

26 DI New Academic RequirementsAcademic Redshirt (Practice, Aid, No Competition) 16 core courses listed on LACC (proper distribution) Core Course GPA ( or higher) Test Score (sliding scale) 1020/86 Proof of on time Graduation (8 semesters) But failed to achieve: Either 7/10 core course distribution, or 2.3 GPA competition threshold *Still have access to higher ed. and access to practice during the first semester (must successfully pass 9 units in first term in order to continue practice)

27 DI New Academic RequirementsAcademic Redshirt Core GPA SAT (critical reading/ math only) ACT Sum 3.550 & above 400 37 2.700 740 61 3.500 420 39 2.600 780 64 3.400 460 42 2.500 820 68 3.300 500 44 2.400 860 71 3.200 540 47 2.300 900 75 3.100 580 49 2.299 910 76 3.000 620 52 2.200 940 79 2.900 660 54 2.100 980 83 2.800 700 57 2.000 1020 86

28 DI New Academic RequirementsNon-Qualifier (No Practice, No Aid, No Competition) If a college-bound student-athlete does not meet either set of requirements, he/she is a non-qualifier. A non-qualifier: Cannot receive athletics aid during the first year at an NCAA Division I college or university. Cannot practice or compete during the first year at a Division I college or university. Conference specific regarding access

29 DI New Academic RequirementsFinal Qualifier Practice, Aid & Competition Test score/GPA Sliding Scale (2.3+) Grad. in 8 semesters 16 core courses (10/7) Academic Redshirt Practice, Aid & No Competition Grad. in 8 semesters, 16 core courses, sliding scale Under 10/7 courses before senior year

30 NCAA Core Course Requirements Division IIThere is no time limitation to complete the core courses Unlimited courses post graduation Discipline Number of Courses English 3 years Math 2 years Natural or Physical Science (inc. lab) Additional Eng, Math or N/P Science 3 year Social Science Additional Courses 4 years Must complete 16 NCAA core course after starting grade 9 and before first time college enrollment

31 DII Academic RequirementsQualifier Needs: 16 core courses GPA of 2.0+ in the 16 core courses Earned a combined SAT score of 820 or an ACT of 68 Proof of high school graduation Partial Qualifier – must meet one of the following… Combined SAT score of 820 or an ACT of 68; or Completed 16 core courses with a 2.0+ GPA Nonqualifier – do not meet either of the partial qualifier requirements No sliding scale until 2018

32 2018 DII New Requirements Current JuniorsAs of August 1st, 2018 (New Sliding Scale) Qualifier-practice, aid, competition 16 core courses, min 840/70, min 2.2 GPA Partial-home practice, aid, no comp 16 core courses, min-840/70, GPA Non-Qualifier-no requirement met No aid, practice or competition during first year of enrollment

33 2018 DII New Requirements Current JuniorsCore GPA SAT (critical reading/ math only) ACT Sum 3.300 & above 400 37 2.700 640 53 3.200 440 41 2.600 680 56 3.100 480 43 2.500 720 59 3.000 520 46 2.400 760 62 2.900 560 48 2.300 800 66 2.800 600 50 2.200 840 70 Different sliding scale for partial qual resources page included in your packets

34 Early Academic CertificationStudents who meet the following criteria after six semesters will be certified as qualifiers: •DI: Minimum score of 900 SAT/75 ACT and core course GPA of or higher in a minimum of 14 core courses: English – 3 years; Math – 2 years; Natural or Physical Science – 2 years; 2 additional core courses in English, Math, or N/P Science; and 5 additional core courses in any NCAA core area. •DII: Minimum score of 1000 SAT/85 ACT and core course GPA of or higher in a minimum of 12 core courses: Natural or Physical Science – 2 years; and

35 Transcript SubmissionMailing Address (two weeks): NCAA Eligibility Center, Certification Processing, P.O. Box 7136, Indianapolis, Indiana  Shipping/Overnight Address (48 hours): NCAA Eligibility Center, Alonzo Watford Sr. Drive Indianapolis, Indiana 46202 Electronic Transcripts: (24 hours) Parchment (merged with Docufide) e-Scrip Safe ConnectEdu National Transcript Center/Pierson Edustructure USMO ET XAP

36 Transcript upload Requirements StepsAs of 2015, schools can now upload official transcripts directly onto a student's account (30 minutes) Requirements Student athlete must register with EC Student athlete must identify school on their account Steps Designated NCAA contact must log in to EC portal Click “student reports” tab Select population of students, or select individual Select student and upload official transcript Transcript will be added to student athletes file within 30 min.

37 Test Scores New SAT Format Critical Reading and Math onlyConcordance table for new scores Critical Reading and Math only Super score from multiple tests (SAT and ACT) Cannot super score old and new SAT ACT is sum of sub-scores (English, Math, Reading, Science) Score has to come directly from testing site Ask EC if they will combine both test

38 Recommendations for ProspectsStart planning now! Work hard to get the best grades possible. At the beginning of your junior year, complete the online registration with the Eligibility Center Register to take the ACT, SAT or both Use the NCAA Eligibility Center code ‘9999’ as a score recipient Test scores on high school transcripts will not be used Send official transcripts to the Eligibility Center after completion of junior year Take classes that match your high school’s List of NCAA courses. If you fall behind, use summer school session before graduation to catch up Log into your online profile to review your amateurism responses and request final amateurism certification beginning April 1 After graduation, ask your high school to send the final transcript to the Eligibility Center with proof of graduation

39 Financing College How can I Afford College?Financial aid can come from the Government, the state where you live, the college you attend or a nonprofit or private organization Financial aid comes in many forms: Need-based aid Loans (Subsidized & Unsubsidized) Grants Merit-based aid Academic Athletic & Artistic Students can receive a combination of grants, loans, scholarships or work- study jobs to help reduce the cost of college (can’t combine university grant and athletic aid) is a good source of information Cory FAFSA- starting make sure you understand the terms of the loan and interests rate, when repayments begins, as well as repayment plan

40 Athletic Aid Head Count Sports (100%) – FB, M/W BSK, WTN, GYM, WVBEquivalency Sports (1-100%) - i.e. Olympic sports Partial vs. fully funded programs (scholarships) 1 year agreement 4 year agreement Athletic/need-based/academic aid (ensure that you are accepting the higher amount) cORY

41 Athletic Aid cORY

42 National Letter of IntentLegal binding contract Must be 21 years of age to sign Must be accompanied by FA contract Must be 18 years of age to sign Scholarship amount Head count vs equivalency sports dd Will effect eligibility if broken Publicity (before and after HS) Ensure admission to University

43 National Letter of IntentSport (s) Initial Signing Date Final Signing Date Basketball (Early Period) November 9, 2016 November 16, 2016 Basketball (Regular Period) April 12, 2017 Division I: May 17, 2017 Division II: August 1, 2017 Football (Midyear JC Transfer) December 14, 2016 January 15, 2017 Football (Regular Period) February 1, 2017 April 1, 2017 Soccer and Men's Water Polo August 1, 2017 All Other Sports (Early Period) All Other Sports (Regular Period)

44 Financial Aid All aid reported to NCAA through compliance office12/18/ :47 AM Financial Aid All aid reported to NCAA through compliance office Athletic related aid can be cancelled Appeal available Head count vs. equivalency impact on program Partial funded programs Fully funded programs Athletic/need-based/academic aid Effects of APR © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

45 Amateurism Amateurism Issues for Prospects to AvoidAgents – Cannot agree orally or in writing. Prize Money – Limited ability to accept prize money without being considered professional. Endorsements – Student-athletes may not endorse any commercial products. Modeling exception Professional Teams *A prospect loses their amateur status if they are paid or promised to be paid for athletic performance.

46 NCAA Eligibility CenterResources: Eligibility Center – 2.3 website – Clear the Clearinghouse –

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