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YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW

COLLEGE READY

PLAN WITH PURPOSE. PREPARE FOR THE NEXT LEVEL.

H-Town Hurricanes athletes: your college journey starts before signing day. Take ownership of your academics, learn the eligibility process, explore schools, and build relationships with college coaches.

01

Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center

Start the eligibility process and review the requirements that apply to your intended college sport and division. Create your profile and keep your information current.

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02

Protect Your GPA

Your grades matter. Stay on top of coursework, ask for help early, and work with your school counselor to make sure you are taking the right classes for your goals.

03

Plan Your Future

Think about what you want to study, the career you may want to pursue, and the kinds of schools where you could thrive academically and athletically.

04

Connect with Colleges and Coaches

Research programs, initiate contact when appropriate, communicate professionally, and arrange campus visits to see whether the school and environment fit you.

05

Prepare for Tests Early

Check the admission and scholarship expectations of the schools you are considering. If SAT or ACT scores are needed, plan ahead so you have time to prepare and retake them if necessary.

06

Visit, Ask Questions, Compare

Learn about academics, coaching, training facilities, team culture, financial aid, travel, and support services before making a decision.

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BE PREPARED FOR CAMPUS VISITS

Questions to Ask Before You Choose

Use your visit to understand both the student and athlete experience: academic support, degree options, coaching expectations, training resources, team culture, scholarships, and what a typical week looks like.

NCAA Resources ↗

Eligibility, testing, and recruiting rules can vary by division, school, and year. Confirm current requirements directly with the NCAA Eligibility Center and each college.