Academic Eligibility

Student-athletes must meet all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional regulations in order to remain eligible to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Continuing eligibility is certified for each student-athlete at the conclusion of each academic term.

NCAA

Full-Time Status:

Student-athletes must be enrolled in a minimum full-time program of studies leading toward a baccalaureate degree, defined as 12 credit hours per semester. Student-athletes that have already received a baccalaureate degree must be enrolled in either 12 credit hours leading toward a second baccalaureate degree or 9 credit hours leading toward a graduate degree.

6 Hour Requirement:

Student-athletes must pass at least six hours each semester in order to be eligible to compete during the following semester. After a student athlete’s fifth (5th) full time semester, those 6 hours must be “degree” credit. 

Progress Toward Degree:

Please refer to the Continuing Eligibility Chart

Indiana State University

Any student-athlete who drops below full-time enrollment (12 credit hours) for any reason will immediately be declared ineligible for further practice and competition until such time as he/she is registered in 12 credits again. He/she also will not be eligible for competition between semesters. In addition, he/she will not be allowed to check out equipment, use the strength room or use the training room.   Additionally, athletic financial aid may be suspended or cancelled.

 

The ISU Registrar’s Office places an “athletic hold” on every student athlete’s account so that they cannot add or drop classes during the semester nor can they change majors without the written approval of the Director of Academic Support Services. Additionally, student athletes cannot finalize their registration for an upcoming semester without the written approval of the Director of Academic Support Services.