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Over 1,000 colleges and universities are members of the NCAA. These schools work together with the NCAA national office and athletics conferences across the country to support more than 500,000 college athletes  \n500,000 studentathletes pursue  \nwho make up over 20,000 teams competing in NCAA sports.  \nThe NCAA’s diverse members include schools ranging in size from hundreds of students to tens of thousands. The NCAA’s current three-division structure was adopted in 1973 to create a fair playing field for teams from similar schools and provide college athletes more opportunities to participate in national championships.  \nAmong the three NCAA divisions, Division I schools generally compete at the highest level of NCAA competition, have the largest athletics budgets and offer the highest number of athletics scholarships. The Division II approach provides growth opportunities through academic achievement, learning in high-level athletics competition, the best access to NCAA Championships® and a focus on service to the community. With nearly 40% of the NCAA’s total membership, Division III offers participation in a competitive athletics environment that pushes college athletes to excel on the field and build upon their potential by tackling new challenges across campus.  \nTo learn more about the pathway that’s right for you, visit [ncaa.org/playcollegesports](ncaa.org/playcollegesports).  \nNCAA Sports  \nhigher education goals and develop leadership, confidence, discipline and teamwork through college sports.  \nThe NCAA conducts 94 national championships in 26 sports across Divisions I, II and III, with 49 championships for women, 43 for men and two coed national championships.  \nThe NCAA also supports emerging sports to expand athletics opportunities and help these sports achieve NCAA championship status. Even if you plan to participate in an emerging sport, you must still register with the NCAA Eligibility Center.  \nFrom March Madness® to rowing, rifle and skiing, the NCAA is dedicated to delivering championships that provide a firstclass experience for student-athletes, coaches, fans and broadcast audiences worldwide.  \nBeyond the game, the NCAA emphasizes community impact — hosting youth clinics and fan events that turn each championship into a celebration for everyone involved.  \n\n| FALL SPORTS |  | WINTER SPORTS |  | SPRING SPORTS |  | EMERGING SPORTS |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| MEN: | WOMEN: | MEN: | WOMEN: | MEN: | WOMEN: | WOMEN: |\n| Cross Country Football Soccer\u003Cbr>Tennis (Singles/ Doubles)\u003Cbr>Water Polo | Cross Country Field Hockey Soccer\u003Cbr>Tennis (Singles/ Doubles)\u003Cbr>Volleyball | Basketball Fencing Gymnastics Ice Hockey Indoor Track and\u003Cbr>Field Rifle Skiing\u003Cbr>Swimming and Diving Wrestling | Basketball Bowling\u003Cbr>Fencing Gymnastics Ice Hockey Indoor Track and Field\u003Cbr>Rifle Skiing\u003Cbr>Swimming and Diving Wrestling | Baseball Golf Lacrosse\u003Cbr>Outdoor Track and Field Tennis (Team) Volleyball | Acrobatics and Tumbling Beach Volleyball\u003Cbr>Golf Lacrosse Outdoor Track\u003Cbr>and Field Rowing Softball Stunt\u003Cbr>Tennis (Team) Water Polo | Equestrian (Divisions I and II only) Flag Football\u003Cbr>Rugby\u003Cbr>Triathlon |\n\n1  \nGUIDE TO INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC STANDARDS FOR ATHLETICS ELIGIBILITY  \nIntroduction  \n3 Authority  \n3 Reconsideration  \nAcademic Certification Process  \n3 Registration  \n3 Official Document Requirements  \n4 English Translation Requirements  \n4 Where To Send Student Records  \n4 Standardized Test Scores  \nHelpful Information  \n5 Educational Tracks  \n6 General Education Development (GED) Diploma  \nCountry-Specific Information Examination Board Addresses  \nInside  \nInformation  \nVisit  \n[eligibilitycenter.org](eligibilitycenter.org)[ ](eligibilitycenter.org)[ncaa.org/playco","cbCaimI7vrH2BMbi","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaimI7vrH2BMbi","pdf",2492340,"English","# What Is the NCAA?\n# NCAA Sports\n# Academic Certification Process\n## Authority\n## Reconsideration\n## Registration\n## Official Document Requirements\n## English Translation Requirements\n## Where To Send Student Records\n## Standardized Test Scores\n# Helpful Information\n## Educational Tracks\n## General Education Development (GED) Diploma\n## Country-Specific Information\n# Resources and Contact\n## Document Submission\n## Overnight Delivery","[{\"question\":\"What is the NCAA and what does it do for college athletes?\",\"answer\":\"The NCAA is an organization that provides a pathway to opportunity for college athletes, working with member schools and conferences. 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