D1 Transition - Returning Athletes - Lindenwood University Athletics

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COMPLIANCE

What do I need to do as a returning student athlete?

All returning student athletes will need to have their NCAA Division I amateurism certified through the NCAA eligibility center.
The compliance office will help provide log in information if you have trouble accessing your account.

Is my place on my team guaranteed for Fall 22?

Not necessarily. Some teams have a cap on how many athletes they are allowed on the team.
Coaches will have discussions with every student on their team about what this means for them

If I choose not to return, or don’t have a place on the team, can I transfer?

Yes. Between your coaches and the athletic department, we want what is best for you. If you want to transfer, we will help you.
Please speak with your coach about your decision.
Contact the compliance office for further information on transferring.
NCAA regulations will still be in play at any institution you transfer to. They will be the ones who certify you.

If I am on athletic scholarship, is that guaranteed for Fall 22?

Not necessarily. Some teams are limited to how many people on the roster are allowed to have scholarships (head count).
Coaches will have discussions with every student on their team about what this means for them.
If it is removed, per NCAA regulations, you do have the right to appeal. Information for that will be provided in your reduction/non-renewal letter from financial aid.

Do I still have 10 full time semesters to play 4 years in my sport?

Division I has a 5-year clock. That clock starts as soon as someone attends a collegiate institution as a full-time student.
For returning students who may fall outside that 5-year clock, we will be looking at individual cases to see who may be impacted, and what solutions can be found.

Who should I contact if I have additional compliance questions?

ACADEMICS

How are DI academic eligibility requirements different than DII academic eligibility requirements?

DII allows for more flexibility in changing your major at any time. While the ASC staff tries to help keep you on a 4-5 year track to graduation, DII rules allow for a much more lenient timeline.
DI requires student-athletes to stay on a 5-year graduation timeline that begins as soon as a student enrolls fulltime at any college/university.

What do I need to do to be academically eligible under DI rules?

Maintain good standing (2.0 cumulative GPA for undergraduate, 3.0 cumulative GPA for graduate students)
Undergraduates: Pass a minimum of 6 credit hours towards your degree each semester
Undergraduates: Pass a minimum of 18 credit hours toward your degree Fall + Spring
Undergraduates: Complete a minimum percentage of required credits toward your listed degree:
- Start of 5^th fulltime semester: 40% degree completed
- Start of 7^th fulltime semester: 60% degree completed
- Start of 9^th fulltime semester: 80% degree completed

What could jeopardize my academic eligibility (in addition to not meeting the above standards)?

If you change your major without checking degree progress, this could jeopardize your ability to meet the above listed PTD % requirements.
Please check with Casey Finnell or Shawn Nagel before you change your major or minor to determine future eligibility impact.

When will I know if I’m academically eligible?

The Academic Success Center staff will review all current student-athletes’ academic information by the end of the spring semester. All student-athletes will receive communication from the ASC staff regarding any potential issues.

Who should I talk to if I have additional academic questions?

Lindenwood University Athletics