Prospective Student-Athletes
A prospective student-athlete (“prospect”) is a student who has started classes for the ninth grade. For men’s basketball, a prospective student-athlete is an individual who has started classes for the seventh grade.
The Recruiting Process
This section contains some basic information for those
eager to learn more about the NCAA Division I recruiting
process.
The Guide for the College Bound Student-Athlete
This document serves as a comprehensive guide to
answer many questions that an individual may have about potentially
becoming a student-athlete in the NCAA.
Initial Eligibility
The Division I Toolkit provides valuable information
concerning such areas as academic eligibility, amateurism and the
certification process.
National Letter of Intent
The National Letter of Intent is the official document
administered by the Collegiate Commissioners Association and used
by subscribing member institutions to establish the commitment of a
prospective student-athlete to attend a particular
institution. Click on the above link to learn more about the
National Letter of Intent.
NCAA Eligibility Center
A high school or preparatory school prospective
student-athlete must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center
before making an official visit, signing a National Letter of
Intent and participating in NCAA Division I
athletics. Prospects may register with the NCAA Eligibility
Center and maintain their account via the above link.
Walk-On and Tryout Information
If you are a current or incoming student at Holy Cross
and would like to walk-on to a varsity team, this section outlines
the necessary steps that you must take.
