Eligibility for participation in intercollegiate athletic competition is governed by the rules and policies established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA), and Trine University.
The Trine University reference guide to NCAA rules and regulations is designed to provide alumni and friends of Trine with an understanding of NCAA and MIAA rules and regulations governing the conduct of Trine Univeristy athletic programs.
Satisfactory Progress Credit Hours
Every student–athlete must earn the minimum required total number of credit hours. The required totals are based on the number of semesters of attendance as listed in the following table.
|
Semesters of Attendance |
Minimum Credit Hours Required |
| 1 | 9 (entering freshman) | 12 (transfer student) |
| 2 | 24 |
| 3 | 36 |
| 4 | 48 |
| 5 | 60 |
| 6 | 72 |
| 7 | 84 |
| 8 | 96 |
| 9 | 108 |
| 10 | 120 |
To be eligible to compete in a given sport for more than one season at Trine University, the student–athlete is also required to successfully complete a certain number of credit hours before the next season of competition.
|
To Participate In |
Credit Hours Completed |
| 2nd season of competition | 24 |
| 3rd season of competition | 48 |
| 4th season of competition | 72 |
Any questions contact:
Dan Callahan
Compliance Coordinator
260.665.4840
callahand@trine.edu