Eligibility Information


Eligibility Flowchart

FAQ's

Q: How many credits must you take to compete in intercollegiate athletics at Madison College?

A: You must be a full-time student, officially registered for a minimum of 12 degree-level credits.

Q: I attended a different college and want to compete in athletics at Madison College. What are the eligibility requirements?

A: If you were registered for 12 or more credits past the first 18 days of the start of classes, you must have passed a minimum of 12 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.00. If you were a part-time student (under 12 credits), you should be immediately eligible. You must provide the college with all of the transcripts.


Important Considerations

  1. You must be a full-time student (minimum 12-degree level credits) during the season of competition.
  2. If you are a new student entering college for the first time, you must be registered for 12 or more credits.
  3. To compete in a second year, you must have accumulated a minimum of 24 credits with a 2.00 or higher GPA.
  4. You may only compete at the NJCAA level for two seasons. They must be your first two seasons of intercollegiate athletic competition in that particular sport.
  5. If you are a transfer student, you must have an official copy of all college transcripts on file with the college.
  6. Other rules do apply in individual circumstances; see the Director of Athletics.