NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse

The NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse, located in Iowa City, Iowa, is the organization that handles ALL inquiries regarding an individual's initial eligibility status. The Clearinghouse operates a separate Web site at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net which maintains and processes all of the initial-eligibility certifications.

To register with the Clearinghouse

Fill out the online form at the Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse Web Site or call the NCAA publications hotline at 800/638-3731 and ask for a free copy of the "Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete" which contains the registration forms and a Clearinghous brochure. This guide can also be viewed online in our Student-Athlete Eligibility and Recruiting Section.

For a list of approved core courses offered by your high-school visit the Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse Web Site.

For information on your Clearinghouse status

For questions about whether your transcript, student release form, etc. were received, or about when you will be cleared, call the automated system at 877/861-3003 (toll free in the USA) or 319/339-3003. (You will need your Personal Identification Number [PIN] and Social Security number.)

Contacting the Clearinghouse

If you've misplaced your PIN or need other information contact the Clearinghouse at:

Customer Service: 877/262-1492 (toll free in the USA) or 319/337-1492

24-hour Voice Response: 877/861-3003 (toll free in the USA)

Fax: 319/337-1556

By Mail:

Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse

301 ACT Drive

P.O. Box 4044

Iowa City, IA 52243-4044

Office Hours:

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time Monday through Friday