Collegiate Athletics
Preparing for Collegiate Athletics
NCAA Eligibility & Resources
Sacred Heart Academy strongly encourages all college-bound student-athletes to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center during their junior year if they plan to participate in college athletics. Registering early supports thoughtful planning, reduces last-minute stress, and helps student-athletes avoid potential delays in academic or amateurism certification.
NCAA Eligibility Center Registration
The registration process is straightforward and can be completed in just a few steps:
- Visit the NCAA Eligibility Center website at www.eligibilitycenter.org.
- Click the “New Account” tab in the top right corner of the screen (or select the mobile registration option).
- Follow the prompts to begin and complete the registration process.
NCAA Links & Resources
- Want to Play College Sports? – NCAA resource for prospective college student-athletes
- NCAA Eligibility Certification Process – Overview of academic and amateurism requirements
- NCAA Eligibility Center Presentation – Helpful guidance for students and families
- NESCAC League – Information for prospective student-athletes
- Ivy League – Information for prospective student-athletes
- Patriot League – Information for prospective student-athletes
- NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) – Eligibility and participation information
If you have questions about NCAA eligibility or the registration process, please feel free to reach out to the College Counseling Office or the Athletics Office for guidance.

