It’s what everyone wants – and what college sports provide.
More than 1,100 member schools are united around one goal: creating opportunities for college athletes.
How do we do that? By prioritizing academics, well-being and fairness.
Of NCAA student-athletes, 15 percent say they wouldn’t be in college if not for athletics. Providing opportunities for learning is at the heart of our mission.
We’re raising the bar for incoming student-athletes, ensuring they’re ready for college.
The NCAA closely tracks graduation rates for college athletes. What are we seeing? The rates are higher than ever.
NCAA schools provide $2.7 billion in athletics scholarships each year. Plus, we’re funding $25 million in postgraduate scholarships and grants.
Students deserve a real education. Division I schools are working to strengthen academic integrity standards.
In 1906, the NCAA was founded to keep college athletes safe. We are working hard to protect them physically and mentally, on the field and off.
We’re leading innovations in the science and treatment of concussion, investing $30 million with the U.S. Department of Defense on the largest study of its kind.
No school is immune to the threat of sexual assault. We’ve partnered with the White House to help prevent violence on campus.
Gallup says former student-athletes, particularly women, are doing better than other college graduates in most measures of well-being in adulthood.
College athletes should be strong in mind, as well as body. We’re working to change the conversation and culture around mental health.
All college athletes deserve a fair shot. Respect, integrity and responsibility are equally important on and off the field. We are committed to them. Always.
The cost of college doesn’t stop at tuition. Division I schools can cover the full cost of attendance for student-athletes.
Guaranteeing scholarships regardless of athletic performance or injury offers peace of mind.
Life is made better by diverse viewpoints and experiences. We want everyone to have a fair shot at success after college.
We’re listening to students about how they spend their time. We have to ensure they can take advantage of the full college experience.
Olympic hockey coach Herb Brooks not only inspired a "miracle on ice,” he was also a student-athlete and three-time NCAA championship coach. He inspired teams to work together to accomplish more than they ever thought was possible. His philosophy lives beyond one sport, and is still relevant today.
Legendary basketball coach John Wooden differentiated success from winning, and emphasized the importance of personal accomplishment. We feature his words, which represent the timeless values and philosophy of college sports.
The NCAA and its member schools are committed to funding opportunities for student-athletes. In short, we put our money where our mission is.