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• There are many collegiate athletic opportunities for different level of athletes.  See 5 Levels of College Sports

If I can’t get a scholarship to play sports in college, it’s a waste of time. FALSE 

• Employers value college athletes for their discipline, work ethic, focus, teamwork, ability to multi-task and time management skills.
• Sports can help you get into a college you may not get into otherwise.
• Sports are valued extracurricular activities that can help students excel academically and socially in a new environment.
• See Reasons to Play Sports in College

I’m getting recruited for sports, so I don’t need good grades or test scores. FALSE

• Being recruited for college athletics doesn’t guarantee admission to college.
• Most college athletic programs have strict academic requirements for eligibility.
• Strong grades and test scores reflect preparation for academic success in college.
• See Recruiting Overview

My grades are good enough for high school competition, so they are fine for college. FALSE 

• NCAA Divisions I and II require a min GPA in "CORE" Courses PLUS a matching ACT/SAT score on a sliding scale.
• A core course must:
• Be an academic course in one or a combination of these areas:
  • English, mathematics, natural/physical science, social science, foreign language, comparative religion or philosophy;
• Be four-year college preparatory; and
• Be taught at or above your high school’s regular academic level (no remedial courses, those taught at a slower pace or those that cover less content).
• See 
• See Eligibility Overview and for minimum GPA and test scores required.

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