How much funding does NCAA Division I Degree Completion Award Program Grant provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for NCAA Division I Degree Completion Award Program Grant?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for NCAA Division I Degree Completion Award Program Grant?

Eligible applicants: Student-athletes who have exhausted their athletics eligibility; A student-athlete who:Has exhausted athletics eligibility at an NCAA Division I member institution.

NCAA Division I Degree Completion Award Program Grant

National Collegiate Athletic Association

Foundation Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

Student-athletes who have exhausted their athletics eligibility
A student-athlete who:Has exhausted athletics eligibility at an NCAA Division I member institution

Other requirements

Is entering at least their sixth year of post-secondary education and shall have exhausted athletic eligibility (five years) for competition.
HBCU and limited resource institutions must have exhausted athletics eligibility for competition.
Is within 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) of completing their first undergraduate degree.
Has received athletics-related financial aid.

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Students enrolled in programs that extend beyond the baccalaureate degree or enrolled in graduate programs are not eligible (e.g.
Not eligible: PharmD).

Overview

The NCAA Division I Degree Completion Award Program provides financial support to student-athletes who have exhausted their eligibility, enabling them to complete their education. Established in 1989, it covers tuition, fees, and allowances for textbooks. With over $30 million awarded to more than 2,900 student-athletes, the program has seen a 90% success rate in degree completion. This initiative underscores the NCAA's commitment to supporting the academic pursuits of its athletes even after their playing careers have ended.

NOTE: A nomination is due at the deadline. Nomination can be initiated by the FAR, Athletics Director, SWA or other athletics administrator.
The NCAA Division I Degree Completion Award Program was established in 1989 to assist student-athletes with financial assistance to complete their education during their five-year eligibility period. Applicants must be student-athletes who have exhausted their athletics eligibility. The award consists of tuition, fees, and an allowance for textbooks and other expenses.
There is no limit to how long its been since you’ve exhausted athletics eligibility to be nominated for the Degree Completion award.
To date, the program has awarded over $30 million to over 2,900 deserving student-athletes.90 percent have successfully received their undergraduate degree using this program.

Eligibility

The applicant must be a student-athlete who:Has exhausted athletics eligibility at an NCAA Division I member institution.
Is entering at least their sixth year of post-secondary education and shall have exhausted athletic eligibility (five years) for competition.
HBCU and limited resource institutions must have exhausted athletics eligibility for competition.
Is within 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) of completing their first undergraduate degree.Has received athletics-related financial aid.