Kansas State University Athletics

Compliance Prospective Student-Athletes

The advantages of competing in college sports are both immediate and lifelong. Participating in college sports provides opportunities to learn, compete and succeed. Student-athletes receive top-notch academic support, quality medical care and regular access to outstanding coaching, facilities and equipment. Student-athletes, as a group, graduate at higher rates than their peers in the general student body and are better prepared for life after college.

College-bound student-athletes preparing to enroll in a Division I or Division II school have to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center to ensure they have met amateurism standards and are academically prepared for college coursework.

NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER 

What is the NCAA Eligibility Center (EC)?

The Eligibility Center maintains and processes all of the initial-eligibility certifications as well as amateurism certifications. Both are necessary if an individual wants to compete in intercollegiate athletics.


Who should register?

All high school prospective student-athletes who want to compete in athletics at the collegiate level as well as all junior college student-athletes who are entering a Division I or II institution for the first time.


When should I register?

You are able to register with the Eligibility Center at any time.  However, it is recommended that high school students register at the beginning of their junior year.  High school students must be registered with the EC prior to making an official visit to any NCAA institution during their senior year of high school and prior to signing a National Letter of Intent.  Two-year transfer students must register prior to signing a National Letter of Intent.


How does the registration process work?

You must register online and pay the registration fee. High school students must submit high school transcripts, proof of graduation, ACT or SAT test scores and complete the amateurism questions. Two-year transfer students must complete the amateurism questions.


What if I want to transfer to K-State?

We would like to help make the transition to K-State a smooth one so you may continue your education and, at the same time, continue to participate in your sport. But you have a responsibility in this process as well. You need to learn as much as you can to protect your own eligibility.


How do international students become eligible?

If you are an international college-bound student-athlete, you must submit the following academic documents:

- Academic records for years nine and up, in your native language and translated to English

- Proof of graduation, including certificates, diplomas or final leaving exams

- SAT or ACT scores

Failure to include any of these items may delay review of your records. In certain situations, the NCAA Eligibility Center may ask for additional academic documentation to clarify that your academic information is complete, valid and accurate.

WALK-ON INFO 

If you are interested joining one of the K-State Athletic programs you must contact the individual sport office in which you are interested. Each team's walk-on process is different and the sport office can answer any questions you might have regarding that team's walk-on procedures.

ABOUT K-STATE 

K-State is truly a special place. Nestled in the Flint Hills, Manhattan is the #1 College Town in America.  It is home to a family environment filled with people who genuinely care. Other places may talk about it, but at K-State you don't have to be here long to experience it in action.

And our family is growing every day. Nearly $200 million of new facilities have opened in the last two years, with the $65 million Vanier Football Complex the latest to open its doors. Manhattan is the fastest growing metro in the state of Kansas, and Riley County is among the top-20 nationally in economic growth. More high school seniors choose K-State than any other university in the state, and another record enrollment this year means K-State has the largest on-campus student body in Kansas.

Add it all up, and it 's a great time to be a Wildcat.

 WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

Are you a Representative of K-State's Athletic Interests (i.e., Booster)?

You are a representative of K-State's athletic interests, commonly referred to as a booster, if you meet any of the following conditions:

  • You have participated in or you are a member of an agency or organization that promotes Kansas State Athletics;
  • You have made financial contributions to the athletic department or to an athletic booster organization of Kansas State University;
  • You have been involved in promoting K-State's athletic program;
  • You have provided benefits (i.e., summer employment or occasional family meals) to enrolled student-athletes;
  • You are the parent or legal guardian of an enrolled student-athlete;
  • You have purchased or received tickets to a Kansas State athletics event.
It is important to note: Once deemed an athletic representative ('booster'), he or she retains that title indefinitely.
NOT SURE? ASK! 

If you have any question concerning what is and is not acceptable per NCAA and Big 12 rules, we encourage you to please call the Compliance Office at (785) 532-3990. No question is too small or insignificant to ask.

 CONTACT US

K-State Compliance Office
Vanier Football Complex, Suite 248
Manhattan, KS 66502
Phone: 785-532-3990
@kstatecomply

Chris Nasuti, Senior Associate AD for Compliance
Alli Purvis, Assistant AD for Compliance
Shae Ridder, Director of Compliance
Cole LaLiberty, Assistant Director of Compliance
Jacob Ratti, Compliance Post Grad Intern
Vera White, Administrative Assistant