Basics of DOI
Declaration of Intent to Participate in NAIA Postseason Competition Link to NAIA Bylaws Annual Declaration of Intent (DOI) What is …
Understanding the Outside Competitive Experience (OCE) Rule: What Counts as a Season of Competition?
Effective May 1, 2022, the NAIA adopted an important change to how student-athletes are charged seasons of competition for participation …
Does the 20% Rule Apply at Non-NAIA Schools? What You Need to Know About Season of Competition and Medical Hardships
A frequent question we receive in NAIA Legislative Services is whether a student-athlete’s limited participation at a previous non-NAIA institution—such …
Bylaws Pertaining to Eligibility Certification (ECP)
Bylaw Application: Submission of ECP Certificate It is the responsibility of the faculty athletics representative (FAR) at each NAIA member …
Due Diligence in Eligibility Certification: What Every Athletic Department Needs to Know
Why It Matters: Eligibility certification isn’t just a box to check — it’s a critical process that protects your institution, …
2025 Updated NAIA Recruiting Rules: Transfer Declarations and Junior College Contact Expanded
Effective as of April 2025, the NAIA has clarified and updated key recruiting policies that impact how and when institutions …
Clarifying Transfer Contact Rules: Public Declarations by NAIA Student-Athletes
Approved Interpretation by the NAIA National Eligibility Committee (NEC) In response to a growing number of inquiries regarding student-athletes who …
NAIA Removes Dollar Limits on Non-Intercollegiate Athletic Performance Awards
Updated Amateurism Bylaw Aligns with National Governing Body Standards Link to NAIA Bylaws Effective August 1, 2025, the NAIA has …
NAIA Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Policy Overview
Empowering Student-Athletes to Benefit from Their Personal Brand The NAIA has been a leader in supporting student-athlete rights related to Name, …
Effective May 1, 2026 | Removal of Repeat Courses for Fall 2026 and Beyond
At the 2025 NAIA National Convention, the membership approved Bylaw Amendment 25-B-08, which removes the NAIA’s definition of repeat coursework …
