It does this by reviewing the student - athlete 's academic record , SAT or ACT scores , and amateur status to ensure conformity with NCAA rules .
The NCAA Eligibility Center certifies whether prospective college athletes are eligible to play sports at NCAA Division I or II institutions .
NCAA does this by reviewing the student - athlete 's academic record , SAT or ACT scores , and amateur status to ensure conformity with NCAA rules .
The NCAA Eligibility Center certifies whether prospective college athletes are eligible to play sports at NCAA Division I or II institutions .