CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 1 Name, Purposes and Fundamental Policy 1.1Name.-1 1.2 Purposes. 1.3 Fundamental Policy 1.1 Name.[*] The name of this organization shall beThe National Collegiate Athletic Association 12 Purposes.[“] The purposes of this Association are: (a) To initiate, stimulate and improve intercollegiate athletics programs for student-athletes and to promote and develop educational leadership, physical fitness, athletics excellence and athletics participation as a recre- ational pursu (b) To uphold the principle of institutional control of, and responsibility for, all intercollegiate sports in confor- mity with the constitution and bylaws of this Association; c) To encourage its members to adopt eligibility rules to comply with satisfactory standards of scholarship, sportsmanship and amateurism (d) To formulate, copyright and publish rules of play governing intercollegiate athletics; (e) To preserve intercollegiate athletics records; (f) To supervise the conduct of, and to establish eligibility standards for, regional and national athletics events under the auspices of this Association (g) To cooperate with other amateur athletics organizations in promoting and conducting national and interna- tional athletics events: (h) To legislate, through bylaws or by resolutions of a Convention, upon any subject of general concern to the members related to the administration of intercollegiate athletics; and leges and universities of the United States can mai _ collegiate athletics and establish standards whereby the col- To study in general all phases of competiti ntain their athletics programs on a high level 1.3 Fundamental Policy. 1.3.1 Basic Purpose. [* The competitive athletics programs of member institutions are designed to be a vital part of the educational system. A basic pr of this Association is to maintain intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the educational program and the athlete as an integral part of the student body and, by so doing, retain a clear line of demarcation between intercollegiate athletics and professional sports 1.3.2 Obligations of Member Institutions. [* Legislation governing the conduct of intercollegiate athletics programs of member institutions shall apply to basic athletics issues such as admissions, financial aid, ibility and recruiting. Member institutions shall be obligated to apply and enforce this legislation, and the enforcement procedures of the Association shall be applied to an institution when it fails to fulfill this obligatio 2016-17 Division 1-August
1NAME AND PURPOSE 1 CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 1 Name, Purposes and Fundamental Policy 1.1 Name. [*] The name of this organization shall be “The National Collegiate Athletic Association.” 1.2 Purposes. [*] The purposes of this Association are: (a) To initiate, stimulate and improve intercollegiate athletics programs for student-athletes and to promote and develop educational leadership, physical fitness, athletics excellence and athletics participation as a recreational pursuit; (b) To uphold the principle of institutional control of, and responsibility for, all intercollegiate sports in conformity with the constitution and bylaws of this Association; (c) To encourage its members to adopt eligibility rules to comply with satisfactory standards of scholarship, sportsmanship and amateurism; (d) To formulate, copyright and publish rules of play governing intercollegiate athletics; (e) To preserve intercollegiate athletics records; (f) To supervise the conduct of, and to establish eligibility standards for, regional and national athletics events under the auspices of this Association; (g) To cooperate with other amateur athletics organizations in promoting and conducting national and international athletics events; (h) To legislate, through bylaws or by resolutions of a Convention, upon any subject of general concern to the members related to the administration of intercollegiate athletics; and (i) To study in general all phases of competitive intercollegiate athletics and establish standards whereby the colleges and universities of the United States can maintain their athletics programs on a high level. 1.3 Fundamental Policy. 1.3.1 Basic Purpose. [*] The competitive athletics programs of member institutions are designed to be a vital part of the educational system. A basic purpose of this Association is to maintain intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the educational program and the athlete as an integral part of the student body and, by so doing, retain a clear line of demarcation between intercollegiate athletics and professional sports. 1.3.2 Obligations of Member Institutions. [*] Legislation governing the conduct of intercollegiate athletics programs of member institutions shall apply to basic athletics issues such as admissions, financial aid, eligibility and recruiting. Member institutions shall be obligated to apply and enforce this legislation, and the enforcement procedures of the Association shall be applied to an institution when it fails to fulfill this obligation. 1.1 Name........................................................................................1 1.2 Purposes.................................................................................1 1.3 Fundamental Policy...........................................................1 2016-17 Division II – August 1NAME AND PURPOSE
CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 2 Principles for Conduct of Intercollegiate Athletics 2.01 General Principle............3 2.9 The Principle of Amateurism 2.1 The Principle of Institutional Control and 2.10 The Principle of Competitive Equity 3 2. 11 The Principle 2.2 The Principle of Student-Athlete Well-Being..3 2.12 The Principle roin 23 The Principle of Gender Equity.m4 2.13 The Principle Governing Financial Aid...5 2.4 The Principle of Sportsmanship and Ethical 2. 14 The Principle Governing Playing and Practice Conduct .5 The Principle of Sound Academic Standards 2.15 The Principle Governing Postseaso 2.6 The Principle of Nondiscrimination... Competition and Contests sponsored by 2.7 The Principle of Diversity Within Governance Noncollegiate Organizations Structures .m4 2.16 The Principle Governing the Economy of 2.8 The Principle of Rules Compliance Athletics Program Operation 2.01 General Principle[*] Legislation enacted by the Association governing the conduct of intercollegiate athletics shall be designed to advance one or more basic principles, including the following, to which the members are committed. In some stances, a delicate balance of these principles is necessary to help achieve the objectives of the Association 2.1 The Principle of Institutional Control and Responsibility. [* 2.1.1 Respollerics program in compliance with the rules and regulations of the Association.The institution's onsibility for Control. [*1 It is the responsibility of each member institution to control its in- tercollegiate ath president or chancellor is responsible for the administration of all aspects of the athletics program, including ap- proval of the budget and audit of all expenditures.(Revised: 10/3/05) 2.1.2 Scope of Responsibility. [* The institution's responsibility for the conduct of its intercollegiate ath- letics program includes responsibility for the actions of its staff members and for the actions of any other indi vidual or organization engaged in activities promoting the athletics interests of the institution 2.2 The Principle of Student-Athlete Well-Being. [* Intercollegiate athletics programs shall be conducted in a manner designed to protect and enhance the physi and educational well-being of student-athlet 2.2.1 Overall Educational Experience. [*1 It is the responsibility of each member institution to estab- lish and maintain an environment in which a student-athlete's activities are conducted as an integral part of the 2.2.2 Cultural Diversity and Gender Equity. [* It is the responsibility of each member institution to establish and maintain an environment that values cultural diversity and gender equity among its student-athletes and intercollegiate athletics department staff.(Adopted: 1/10/95) 2.2.3 Health and Safety. [* It is the responsibility of each member institution to protect the health of and provide a safe environment for each of its participating student-athletes. (Adopted. 1/10/95) 2.2. 4 Student-Athlete/Coach Relationship. [* It is the responsibility of each member institution to establish and maintain an environment that fosters a positive relationship between the student-athlete and coach (Adopted. 1/10/95) 2.2.5 Fairness, Openness and Honesty. [* It is the responsibility of each member institution to ensure that coaches and administrators exhibit fairness, openness and honesty in their relationships with student-athletes. (Adopted. 1/10/95) 2.2.6 Student-Athlete Involvement. [ It is the responsibility of each member institution to involve student-athletes in matters that affect their lives.( Adopted: 1/10/95) 2016-17 Division 1-August
2PRINCIPLES 3 CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 2 Principles for Conduct of Intercollegiate Athletics 2.01 General Principle. [*] Legislation enacted by the Association governing the conduct of intercollegiate athletics shall be designed to advance one or more basic principles, including the following, to which the members are committed. In some instances, a delicate balance of these principles is necessary to help achieve the objectives of the Association. 2.1 The Principle of Institutional Control and Responsibility. [*] 2.1.1 Responsibility for Control. [*] It is the responsibility of each member institution to control its intercollegiate athletics program in compliance with the rules and regulations of the Association. The institution’s president or chancellor is responsible for the administration of all aspects of the athletics program, including approval of the budget and audit of all expenditures. (Revised: 10/3/05) 2.1.2 Scope of Responsibility. [*] The institution’s responsibility for the conduct of its intercollegiate athletics program includes responsibility for the actions of its staff members and for the actions of any other individual or organization engaged in activities promoting the athletics interests of the institution. 2.2 The Principle of Student-Athlete Well-Being. [*] Intercollegiate athletics programs shall be conducted in a manner designed to protect and enhance the physical and educational well-being of student-athletes. 2.2.1 Overall Educational Experience. [*] It is the responsibility of each member institution to establish and maintain an environment in which a student-athlete’s activities are conducted as an integral part of the student-athlete’s educational experience. (Adopted: 1/10/95) 2.2.2 Cultural Diversity and Gender Equity. [*] It is the responsibility of each member institution to establish and maintain an environment that values cultural diversity and gender equity among its student-athletes and intercollegiate athletics department staff. (Adopted: 1/10/95) 2.2.3 Health and Safety. [*] It is the responsibility of each member institution to protect the health of and provide a safe environment for each of its participating student-athletes. (Adopted: 1/10/95) 2.2.4 Student-Athlete/Coach Relationship. [*] It is the responsibility of each member institution to establish and maintain an environment that fosters a positive relationship between the student-athlete and coach. (Adopted: 1/10/95) 2.2.5 Fairness, Openness and Honesty. [*] It is the responsibility of each member institution to ensure that coaches and administrators exhibit fairness, openness and honesty in their relationships with student-athletes. (Adopted: 1/10/95) 2.2.6 Student-Athlete Involvement. [*] It is the responsibility of each member institution to involve student-athletes in matters that affect their lives. (Adopted: 1/10/95) 2.01 General Principle.................................................................3 2.1 The Principle of Institutional Control and Responsibility .................................................................3 2.2 The Principle of Student-Athlete Well-Being..........3 2.3 The Principle of Gender Equity.....................................4 2.4 The Principle of Sportsmanship and Ethical Conduct.............................................................................4 2.5 The Principle of Sound Academic Standards.........4 2.6 The Principle of Nondiscrimination............................4 2.7 The Principle of Diversity Within Governance Structures.........................................................................4 2.8 The Principle of Rules Compliance .............................4 2.9 The Principle of Amateurism.........................................4 2.10 The Principle of Competitive Equity...........................5 2.11 The Principle Governing Recruiting...........................5 2.12 The Principle Governing Eligibility..............................5 2.13 The Principle Governing Financial Aid......................5 2.14 The Principle Governing Playing and Practice Seasons..............................................................................5 2.15 The Principle Governing Postseason Competition and Contests Sponsored by Noncollegiate Organizations...................................5 2.16 The Principle Governing the Economy of Athletics Program Operation...................................5 2016-17 Division II – August 2PRINCIPLES
2.3 The Principle of Gender Equity. [* 2.3.1 Compliance With Federal and State Legislation. [* It is the responsibility of each member institution to comply with federal and state laws regarding gender equity.(Adopted: 1/11/94) 2.3.2 NCAA Legislation. [* The Association should not adopt legislation that would prevent member in- stitutions from complying with applicable gender-equity laws, and should adopt legislation to enhance member institutions compliance with applicable gender-equity laws.(Adopted: 1/11/94) 2.3.3 Gender Bias. [* The activities of the Association should be conducted in a manner free of gender bias. (Adopted: 1/11/94) 2.4 The Principle of sportsmanship and ethical Conduct. [* For intercollegiate athletics to promote the character development of participants, to enhance the integrity of higher education and to promote civility in society, student-athletes, coaches, and all others associated with these athletics programs and events should adhere to such fundamental values as respect, fairness, civility, honesty and responsibility. These values should be manifest not only in athletics participation but also in the broad spectrum of activities affecting the athletics program. It is the responsibility of each institution to:(Revised: 119/96, (a) Establish policies for sportsmanship and ethical conduct in intercollegiate athletics consistent with the educa- tional mission and goals of the institution; and(Adopted. 1/9/96) (b)Educate, on a continuing basis, all constituencies about the policies in Constitution 2.4-(a).(Adopted: 119/96) 2.5 The Principle of Sound Academic Standards. [* Intercollegiate athletics programs shall be maintained as a vital component of the educational program, and udent-athletes shall be an integral part of the student body. The admission, academic standing and academic progress of student-athletes shall be consistent with the policies and standards adopted by the institution for the student body in gener 2.6 The Principle of Nondiscrimination. [* The Association shall promote an atmosphere of respect for and sensitivity to the dignity of every person. It is the policy of the Association to refrain from discrimination with respect to its governance policies, educational programs, activities and employment policies, including on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin,race,religion, creed or sexual orientation. It is the responsibility of each member institution to determine independently its own policy regarding nondiscrimination.(Adopted. 1/16/93, Revised: 1/11100 2.7 The Principle of Diversity Within Governance Structures.[*] The Association shall promote diversity of representation within its various divisional governance structures and the bodies in the division's administrative structure. (Adopted: 119/96 effective 80> among the membership of substructures. Each divisional governing body must assure gender and ethnic diversit 2.8 The Principle of Rules Compliance. 2.8.1 Responsibility of Institution. [* Each institution shall comply with all applicable rules and regu- lations of the Association in the conduct of its intercollegiate athletics programs. It shall monitor its programs to assure compliance and to identify and report to the Association instances in which compliance has not been achieved In any such instance, the institution shall cooperate fully with the Association and shall take appropriate corrective actions. Members of an institutions staff. student-athletes, and other individuals and ing the institutions athletics interests shall comply with the applicable Association rules, and the member institu- tion shall be responsible for such compliance 2.8.2 Responsibility of Association. [* The Association shall assist the institution in its efforts to achieve full compliance with all rules and regulations and shall afford the institution, its staff and student-athletes fair procedures in the consideration of an identified or alleged failure in compliance 2.8.3 Penalty for Noncompliance. [* An institution found to have violated the Associations rules shall be subject to such disciplinary and corrective actions as may be determined by the Association 2.9 The Principle of Amateurism. [* Student-athletes shall be amateurs in an intercollegiate sport, and their participation should be motivated primar- ily by education and by the physical, mental and social benefits to be derived. Student participation in intercol legiate athletics is an avocation, and student-athletes should be protected from exploitation by professional and rcial enterprise 2016-17 Division 1-August
4 2.3 The Principle of Gender Equity. [*] 2.3.1 Compliance With Federal and State Legislation. [*] It is the responsibility of each member institution to comply with federal and state laws regarding gender equity. (Adopted: 1/11/94) 2.3.2 NCAA Legislation. [*] The Association should not adopt legislation that would prevent member institutions from complying with applicable gender-equity laws, and should adopt legislation to enhance member institutions’ compliance with applicable gender-equity laws. (Adopted: 1/11/94) 2.3.3 Gender Bias. [*] The activities of the Association should be conducted in a manner free of gender bias. (Adopted: 1/11/94) 2.4 The Principle of Sportsmanship and Ethical Conduct. [*] For intercollegiate athletics to promote the character development of participants, to enhance the integrity of higher education and to promote civility in society, student-athletes, coaches, and all others associated with these athletics programs and events should adhere to such fundamental values as respect, fairness, civility, honesty and responsibility. These values should be manifest not only in athletics participation but also in the broad spectrum of activities affecting the athletics program. It is the responsibility of each institution to: (Revised: 1/9/96) (a) Establish policies for sportsmanship and ethical conduct in intercollegiate athletics consistent with the educational mission and goals of the institution; and (Adopted: 1/9/96) (b) Educate, on a continuing basis, all constituencies about the policies in Constitution 2.4-(a). (Adopted: 1/9/96) 2.5 The Principle of Sound Academic Standards. [*] Intercollegiate athletics programs shall be maintained as a vital component of the educational program, and student-athletes shall be an integral part of the student body. The admission, academic standing and academic progress of student-athletes shall be consistent with the policies and standards adopted by the institution for the student body in general. 2.6 The Principle of Nondiscrimination. [*] The Association shall promote an atmosphere of respect for and sensitivity to the dignity of every person. It is the policy of the Association to refrain from discrimination with respect to its governance policies, educational programs, activities and employment policies, including on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, creed or sexual orientation. It is the responsibility of each member institution to determine independently its own policy regarding nondiscrimination. (Adopted: 1/16/93, Revised: 1/11/00) 2.7 The Principle of Diversity Within Governance Structures. [*] The Association shall promote diversity of representation within its various divisional governance structures and substructures. Each divisional governing body must assure gender and ethnic diversity among the membership of the bodies in the division’s administrative structure. (Adopted: 1/9/96 effective 8/1/97) 2.8 The Principle of Rules Compliance. 2.8.1 Responsibility of Institution. [*] Each institution shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the Association in the conduct of its intercollegiate athletics programs. It shall monitor its programs to assure compliance and to identify and report to the Association instances in which compliance has not been achieved. In any such instance, the institution shall cooperate fully with the Association and shall take appropriate corrective actions. Members of an institution’s staff, student-athletes, and other individuals and groups representing the institution’s athletics interests shall comply with the applicable Association rules, and the member institution shall be responsible for such compliance. 2.8.2 Responsibility of Association. [*] The Association shall assist the institution in its efforts to achieve full compliance with all rules and regulations and shall afford the institution, its staff and student-athletes fair procedures in the consideration of an identified or alleged failure in compliance. 2.8.3 Penalty for Noncompliance. [*] An institution found to have violated the Association’s rules shall be subject to such disciplinary and corrective actions as may be determined by the Association. 2.9 The Principle of Amateurism. [*] Student-athletes shall be amateurs in an intercollegiate sport, and their participation should be motivated primarily by education and by the physical, mental and social benefits to be derived. Student participation in intercollegiate athletics is an avocation, and student-athletes should be protected from exploitation by professional and commercial enterprises. 2016-17 Division II – August
2.10 The Principle of Competitive Equity. [* The ns of the Association and the activities of its members shall promote opportunity for eq- uity in competition to assure that individual student-athletes and institutions will not be prevented unfairly from benefits inherent in participation in intercollegiate athletics 2.11 The Principle Governing Recruiting. [* The recruiting process involves a balancing of the interests of prospective student-athletes, their educational in- stitutions and the Associations member institutions. Recruiting regulations shall be designed to promote equity among member institutions in their recruiting of prospective student-athletes and to shield them from undue pressures that may interfere with the scholastic or athletics interests of the prospective student-athletes or their educate 2.12 The Principle Governing Eligibility. [*] Eligibility requirements shall be designed to assure proper emphasis n educational objectives, to promote com- petitive equity among institutions and to prevent exploitation of student-athletes 2. 13 The Principle Governing Financial Aid. [* A student-athlete may receive athletically related financial aid administered by the institution without violating the principle of amateurism, provided the amount does not exceed the cost of education authorized by the associ ation; however, such aid as defined by the Association shall not exceed the cost of attendance as published by each institution. Any other financial assistance, except that received from one upon whom the student-athlete is natu- ally or legally dependent, shall be prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Association.(Revised: 119/96) 2.14 The Principle Governing Playing and Practice Seasons.[*] The time required of student-athletes for participation in intercollegiate athletics shall be regulated to minimize terference with their opportunities for acquiring a quality education in a manner consistent with that afforded the general student bod 2.15 The Principle Governing Postseason Competition and Contests Sponsored by Noncollegiate Organizations. [* in such competition fow fairly to all parrin petition occurs shall be controlled to assure that the benefits inherent The conditions under which postseason rticipants, to prevent unjustified intrusion on the time student-athlete devote to their academic programs, and to protect student-athletes from exploitation by professional and com- 2.16 The Principle Governing the Economy of Athletics Program Operation[“] Intercollegiate athletics programs shall be administered in keeping with prudent management and fiscal practi o assure the financial stability necessary for providing student-athletes with adequate opportunities for athletics ompetition as an integral part of a quality educational experience 2016-17 Division 1-August
2PRINCIPLES 5 2.10 The Principle of Competitive Equity. [*] The structure and programs of the Association and the activities of its members shall promote opportunity for equity in competition to assure that individual student-athletes and institutions will not be prevented unfairly from achieving the benefits inherent in participation in intercollegiate athletics. 2.11 The Principle Governing Recruiting. [*] The recruiting process involves a balancing of the interests of prospective student-athletes, their educational institutions and the Association’s member institutions. Recruiting regulations shall be designed to promote equity among member institutions in their recruiting of prospective student-athletes and to shield them from undue pressures that may interfere with the scholastic or athletics interests of the prospective student-athletes or their educational institutions. 2.12 The Principle Governing Eligibility. [*] Eligibility requirements shall be designed to assure proper emphasis on educational objectives, to promote competitive equity among institutions and to prevent exploitation of student-athletes. 2.13 The Principle Governing Financial Aid. [*] A student-athlete may receive athletically related financial aid administered by the institution without violating the principle of amateurism, provided the amount does not exceed the cost of education authorized by the Association; however, such aid as defined by the Association shall not exceed the cost of attendance as published by each institution. Any other financial assistance, except that received from one upon whom the student-athlete is naturally or legally dependent, shall be prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Association. (Revised: 1/9/96) 2.14 The Principle Governing Playing and Practice Seasons. [*] The time required of student-athletes for participation in intercollegiate athletics shall be regulated to minimize interference with their opportunities for acquiring a quality education in a manner consistent with that afforded the general student body. 2.15 The Principle Governing Postseason Competition and Contests Sponsored by Noncollegiate Organizations. [*] The conditions under which postseason competition occurs shall be controlled to assure that the benefits inherent in such competition flow fairly to all participants, to prevent unjustified intrusion on the time student-athletes devote to their academic programs, and to protect student-athletes from exploitation by professional and commercial enterprises. 2.16 The Principle Governing the Economy of Athletics Program Operation. [*] Intercollegiate athletics programs shall be administered in keeping with prudent management and fiscal practices to assure the financial stability necessary for providing student-athletes with adequate opportunities for athletics competition as an integral part of a quality educational experience. 2016-17 Division II – August 2PRINCIPLES
CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 3 NCAA Membershi 3.01 General Principles.......... 3.4 Member conference 3.02 Definitions and Applications .5 Affiliated Membership 3.1 Determination of Divisions 8 3.6 Provisional Membership Eligibility for Membership .. 8 3.7 Dues of members 3.3 Active Membership.... 3.01 General Principles 3.01.1 Classes of Membership. The NCAA offers four classes of membership: active, conference, affiliat and provisional. Eligibility for and method of election to membership, obligations and conditions for continuing membership, voting rights, and other membership privileges for each class are defined in this article and Bylaw 20 (Revised: 1/11/94 effective 9/2/94, 1/15/11 effective 8/1/11,/23/13) 3.01.2 Division Membership. Active and conference members of the NCAA may be divided into divisions for purposes of bylaw legislation and competition in NCAa championships. Criteria for membership in these divisions are defined in bylaw 20 3.01.3 obligation to Meet Division Criteria. Division membership criteria constitute enforceable leg islation. Each member institution shall comply with all applicable criteria of its division, and an institution that fails to do so shall be subject to the enforcement procedures, and to possible reclassification 3.01. 4 Assignment to Geographical Areas. Active and conference members are assigned to geographi cal areas for the purpose of representation on the Presidents Council and various committees, and to facilitate the work of the Association. Geographical districts and regions are defined in Constitution 4.13 3.01.5 Termination or Suspension of Membership. All rights and privileges of a member shall cease immediately on termination or suspension of its membership 3.02 Definitions and Applications 3.02.1 Competitive Body. A competitive body is an athletics conference that conducts competition among its member institutions and determines a conference champion in one or more sport 3.02.2 Legislative Body. a legislative body is an athletics conference that develops and maintains rules and regulations governing the athletics programs and activities of its member institutions 3.02. 3 Membership Categories. 3.02.3.1 Active Member. An active member is a four-year college or university or a two-year upper-level collegiate institution accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting agency(see Constitution 3. 2. 1.1. 1 for the accreditation standard for an institution in the NCAA Canadian pilot program)and duly elected to active membership under the provisions of this article(see Constitution 3.3.3). Active members have the right to ompete in NCAA championships, to vote on legislation and other issues before the Association, and to enjoy other privileges of membership designated in the constitution and bylaws of the Association. (See Constitution 3. 1. 1 regarding restrictions on the privileges of for-profit institutions. )(Revised: 10/16/12, 10/30/14) 3.02.3.1.1 Athletics Consortium. An athletics consortium consists of one member institution and neighboring member or nonmember institutions(but not more than one nonmember institution),recog- nized and approved by a two-thirds vote of the Management Council. The student-athletes of the combined institutions are permitted to compete on the NCAA member institutions athletics teams, provided the meet the eligibility requirements of the NCAA and the member institution(see Constitution 3. 2. 2) 3.02. 3.2 Provisional Member a provisional member is a four-year college or university or a two-year upper-level collegiate institution accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting agency(see Constitution 3. 2.1.1.1 for the accreditation standard for an institution in the NCAA Canadian pilot program) and that has plied for active membership in the Associ Provisional membership is e for active membe ship in the association. The institution shall be elected to provisional membership under the provisions of this rticle(see Constitution 3. 6.3). Provisional members shall receive all publications and mailings received by active members in addition to other privileges designated in the constitution and bylaws of the Association. For specific requirements, see Bylaw 20.2.(Adopted: 1/11/94 effective 9/2/94, Revised: 5/4/06, 1/8/07 effective 8/1107, for those institutions entering the membership process on 8/1107, and thereafter, 10/16/12) 2016-17 Division 1-August
3NCAA MEMBERSHIP 7 CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 3 NCAA Membership 3.01 General Principles. 3.01.1 Classes of Membership. The NCAA offers four classes of membership: active, conference, affiliated and provisional. Eligibility for and method of election to membership, obligations and conditions for continuing membership, voting rights, and other membership privileges for each class are defined in this article and Bylaw 20. (Revised: 1/11/94 effective 9/2/94, 1/15/11 effective 8/1/11, 7/23/13) 3.01.2 Division Membership. Active and conference members of the NCAA may be divided into divisions for purposes of bylaw legislation and competition in NCAA championships. Criteria for membership in these divisions are defined in Bylaw 20. 3.01.3 Obligation to Meet Division Criteria. Division membership criteria constitute enforceable legislation. Each member institution shall comply with all applicable criteria of its division, and an institution that fails to do so shall be subject to the enforcement procedures, and to possible reclassification. 3.01.4 Assignment to Geographical Areas. Active and conference members are assigned to geographical areas for the purpose of representation on the Presidents Council and various committees, and to facilitate the work of the Association. Geographical districts and regions are defined in Constitution 4.13. 3.01.5 Termination or Suspension of Membership. All rights and privileges of a member shall cease immediately on termination or suspension of its membership. 3.02 Definitions and Applications. 3.02.1 Competitive Body. A competitive body is an athletics conference that conducts competition among its member institutions and determines a conference champion in one or more sports. 3.02.2 Legislative Body. A legislative body is an athletics conference that develops and maintains rules and regulations governing the athletics programs and activities of its member institutions. 3.02.3 Membership Categories. 3.02.3.1 Active Member. An active member is a four-year college or university or a two-year upper-level collegiate institution accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting agency (see Constitution 3.2.1.1.1 for the accreditation standard for an institution in the NCAA Canadian pilot program) and duly elected to active membership under the provisions of this article (see Constitution 3.3.3). Active members have the right to compete in NCAA championships, to vote on legislation and other issues before the Association, and to enjoy other privileges of membership designated in the constitution and bylaws of the Association. (See Constitution 3.3.2.1.1 regarding restrictions on the privileges of for-profit institutions.) (Revised: 10/16/12, 10/30/14) 3.02.3.1.1 Athletics Consortium. An athletics consortium consists of one member institution and neighboring member or nonmember institutions (but not more than one nonmember institution), recognized and approved by a two-thirds vote of the Management Council. The student-athletes of the combined institutions are permitted to compete on the NCAA member institution’s athletics teams, provided they meet the eligibility requirements of the NCAA and the member institution (see Constitution 3.2.2). 3.02.3.2 Provisional Member. A provisional member is a four-year college or university or a two-year upper-level collegiate institution accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting agency (see Constitution 3.2.1.1.1 for the accreditation standard for an institution in the NCAA Canadian pilot program) and that has applied for active membership in the Association. Provisional membership is a prerequisite for active membership in the Association. The institution shall be elected to provisional membership under the provisions of this article (see Constitution 3.6.3). Provisional members shall receive all publications and mailings received by active members in addition to other privileges designated in the constitution and bylaws of the Association. For specific requirements, see Bylaw 20.2. (Adopted: 1/11/94 effective 9/2/94, Revised: 5/4/06, 1/8/07 effective 8/1/07; for those institutions entering the membership process on 8/1/07, and thereafter, 10/16/12) 3.01 General Principles...............................................................7 3.02 Definitions and Applications.........................................7 3.1 Determination of Divisions............................................8 3.2 Eligibility for Membership..............................................8 3.3 Active Membership...........................................................9 3.4 Member Conference...................................................... 15 3.5 Affiliated Membership .................................................. 19 3.6 Provisional Membership .............................................. 20 3.7 Dues of Members............................................................ 21 2016-17 Division II – August 3NCAA MEMBERSHIP