In response to questions regarding schools that have moved to distance or e-learning environments, the Eligibility Center will not require a separate review of distance or e-learning programs utilized by schools with NCAA-approved core courses that have moved to distance or e-learning environments for Spring/Summer 2020 terms due to school closures related to the COVID-19 situation.

Students are encouraged to complete their NCAA-approved core courses through the channels of instruction provided or recommended by their school, district or state department of education.

For information on COVID-19, please visit ncaa.org/COVID-19 and continue to monitor for more information from the Eligibility Center at on.ncaa.com/EC_COVID.

FAQs

Tri-University Events Information 

Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Arizona are coming together to ensure you and your family are well informed about the opportunities and resources available to you, hosting joint virtual information sessions for prospective students and families to discuss the following:

• How to navigate the college admission process.
• Scholarships and financial aid.
• Information about each university.
• The honors experience at each university.

View resources and programming to assist in your college search process.

Arizona College Consortium Virtual Conference and College Fair

Arizona College Consortium (AZ-CC) is a membership of over 30 post-secondary institutions.  The organization’s mission is to provide quality education pathways to meet the needs of future scholars. This college fair will allow students and families to:

• Uncover new college options through a robust search tool
• Experience virtual campus tours 
• Watch videos and download materials helpful for in decision process
• Schedule meetings and interviews with admissions representatives

View Upcoming Fair Dates 

NACAC Virtual College Fairs - Sign up now and start exploring!

College Fair Tips – Use these tips from NACAC to make the most out of the experience. 

Why should I pre-register? Provide your information one time through a simple, online registration page instead of dozens of times on prospect cards at each college table.

Now is the time to really dig into your college research (if you haven’t already started).

It is important that you understand the entry requirements for all of the universities or colleges that you are interested in applying to as they can vary from state to state.  You also should begin looking at the applications to ensure you are aware of what you need to accomplish early senior year. Each college within a university may have its own additional GPA or test score requirements. Meet with your counselor or career center team to discuss what you plan to major in so they can help you be on track.

It is important that you know what the entry requirements are for all of the universities you are planning to apply to.

You don’t want to find out too late that you don’t qualify. Take the time to look up each university/college and check their undergraduate entry requirements. Double-check your high school transcript and course requests for each year to ensure you are on track in meeting these. 

Hopefully, you have had a chance to hear from at least a few college/career representatives either through sitting in on formal presentations or visiting a table display during lunch.  When trying to figure out where your studies will take you after high school, start with your end goal in mind. College is not the end goal, it is a path to a career. There are a number of college search engines you can use to help you decipher the best course of study to get you to the career you desire. 

College Board – Big Future Search

College Confidential – School Search 

A well-written personal statement/college essay can make the difference between being admitted into the university of your choice, obtaining a scholarship or not receiving it.

Your personal statement or essay is your chance to show what is unique about you and to get the admissions or scholarship committees’ attention. It is worth taking the time on this, so don’t delay, start writing this today.

For tips on what goes into a good personal statement, check out these resources:

College Essay Guy - Free Guide to Writing a Personal Statement 

Article: 9 Essay Writing Tips to ‘Wow' College Admissions Officers – usatoday.com 
Article: How to Write the Best Personal Statement - GoingMerry.com