Guyer Athletic College Night Preparing for the Future
Four Parts of Initial Eligibility 1. Graduation from high school. 2. Minimum core grade point average. 3. Minimum ACT/SAT test scores. 4. Completion of core courses.
ACT/SAT QUESTIONS
2009-20010 20010 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline Late Deadline April 10, 2010 March 5, 2010 March 6-19, 6 2010 June 12, 2010 May 7, 20010 May 8-21, 8 2010 Test Dates Next Fall: September 11, 2010 October 23, 2010 December 11, 2010 Test Fee $32.00 Late Fee $21.00 Standby Fee $41.00 http://www.actstudent.org/
2009-2010 2010 SAT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline Late Deadline March 13, 2010 February 4, 2010 Feb. 18, 2010 May 1, 2010 March 25, 2010 April 8, 2010 June 13, 2010 May 8, 2010 May 22, 2010 Test Fee w/ Writing $45.00 Late Fee $23.00 Standby Fee $38.00 http://www.collegeboard.com
SAT & ACT TEST What score must I make on the SAT or ACT to qualify? The minimum score will vary according to your CORE GPA in correlation with the sliding scale. *Sliding Scale explained later
SAT & ACT TESTS When should I take the test? You should begin taking the test during the spring of your junior year. How many times can I take the test? The test can be taken as many times as one desires.
SAT TEST Four-hour test that measures verbal and mathematical reasoning skills. Score will be 200-800 for each section. For athletic purposes they will only use the math & verbal sections to determine qualification.
ACT TEST Four-hour curriculum test that consists of 4 sections: Reading, English, Science and Math. Tests information that you have learned throughout your high school career. Scores will range from 1 to 36.
SAT & ACT TESTS Is it possible to interchange scores on the SAT to qualify for NCAA? YES. One can interchange a math or verbal score from one test to another to accumulate the highest possible score. *This does not apply to regular college admission requirements.
Interchanging Your Test Scores SAT Math Verbal Total Score SAT 10/03 350 470 820 SAT 12/03 420 440 860 Scores used 420 470 890 ACT Math Science English Reading Composite ACT 10/03 13 16 13 17 14 ACT 12/03 17 14 18 16 16 Scores used 17 16 18 17 17
NCAA Initial Eligibility https://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/hs/d1_standards.pdf
Where to Find NCAA Information Access the GHS website Look under Student Services Click on Counselors Corner Click on iinvestigate 10 th Click on NCAA Clearinghouse *Tons of Important Information Provided
Initial Eligibility Requirement for DIV I-IAI IA 2008 and After 16 Core Courses 4 years of English 3 years of Math (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of Science (one must be a lab) 1 year of additional English, Math or Science 2 years of Social Studies 4 years of additional core-course course units (any above or foreign language)
Initial Eligibility Requirements Division II 14 Core Courses 3 years of English 2 years of Math (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of Science (one must be a lab) 2 years of additional English, Math or Science 2 years of Social Studies 3 years of additional core-course course units (from any area above or foreign language)
NCAA Requirements 16 Core Courses Div I & I-AAI Sliding Scale using either your SAT or ACT score in conjunction with your GPA. -Combine SAT Scores For Reading & Math only. *Writing section is not used. -Sum of the 4 sections of the ACT.
NCAA Requirements 14 Core Courses Div. II Minimum SAT Score of 820. Minimum ACT sum Score of 68. Div II does not use a sliding scale.
NCAA Requirements SLIDING SCALE The sliding scale is a combination of CORE GPA & SAT OR ACT SCORES.
Division I Sliding Scale Example This is an abbreviated version of the index. GPA *core classes only SAT 2.500 820 *2 Sections 2.300 900 *2 Sections 2.000 1010 *2 Sections ACT 68 *sum of all 4 75 *sum of all 4 86 *sum of all 4
NCAA Eligibility Center www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
What is the Eligibility Center? The NCAA Eligibility Center evaluates your academic record to determine if you are eligible to participate in a Division I or II college as a freshman student athlete.
Who Needs to Register With the Eligibility Center? A student who plans to attend an NCAA Division I or II institution and who wishes to participate in intercollegiate athletics.
When Should a Student Athlete Register? Register online at the end of the junior year. The Eligibility Center will not process a transcript with fewer than six semesters represented.
How to Register for the NCAA Eligibility Center Go to www.ncaaclearinghouse.net. Follow directions to set up an account and to register.
How To Submit Official Transcripts to The NCAA Eligibility Center Register at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net. Request two official transcript release forms from the Counseling Office at Guyer. Bring completed release forms, one stamped envelope, and $2 to Mrs. Arrington. Mrs. Carbonaro will mail the transcripts at the appropriate times.
College Recruiting
National Signing Dates for 2009-10 Sport Initial Signing Date Final Signing Date Basketball April 14, 2010 May 19, 2010 Football February 3, 2010 April 1, 2010 Soccer, Track, Cross Country February 3, 2010 August 1, 2010
The Parent s s Role Spring Grades (Final Exams Are important) Summer Conditioning Programs Fall Grades in all Classes Winter Grades (Final Exams Are important)
Player s s Role in Recruiting The team s s success attributes to your success Academics Recruiting calls Plan conversation Have backup plan Be prepared to ask questions Rehearse Listen closely and take notes Listen for audible clues and listen to yourself
Academics The Coach s s Role Grade Check System Publicity Send athletic information about athletes to every university in the United States Recruiting Profile Sheet
The Coach s s Role Provides universities with highlight video on every senior who wishes to try and compete at the next level Official college visits Organize and schedule personal visits to universities.
GHS Transcript Release Forms A GHS Transcript Release Form is also helpful to have on file for any scout that would like to look at his or her transcript and film. This must be signed by the athlete and parent and kept in the fieldhouse.
Important Telephone Numbers Eligibility Center Customer Service 877/262-1492 Eligibility Center 24-Hour Automated Line 877/861-3003 Eligibility Center Fax 319/337-1556 1556 NCAA National Office 317/917-6222 NCAA Fax 317/917-6622 NCAA Hotline 800/638-3731 3731
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