Intercollegiate Student Athletics Policy

Students participating in the College intercollegiate athletic programs shall satisfy the same admissions criteria and academic retention policies as outlined for all students. Participating students must satisfy the eligibility requirements of the National Junior Collegiate Athletic Association (NJCAA) to participate in the athletic program and must meet the same standards of eligibility for financial aid as other students. Neither athletic scholarships nor tuition waivers shall be offered by the College or the College’s Foundation for students participating in intercollegiate athletics. Student athletes are expected to abide by all College policies and procedures and athletics rules and regulations. Violations may result in suspension from the College’s athletic program, depending the offense, further disciplinary action pursuant to College policy.

The College shall maintain membership in good standing with the NJCAA. No state funds shall be used to create, support, maintain or operate an intercollegiate athletics program. Financial support for the College’s intercollegiate athletic programs shall be provided from student activity fees and College discretionary funds. Except for temporary room and board associated with specific athletic events, the College shall neither provide, nor offer, room and board as part of an intercollegiate athletic scholarship to any student participating in an intercollegiate athletics sport.

Approved by the Board of Trustees, August 8, 2007 
Amended by the Board of Trustees, November 13, 2023
Legal Reference: 1B SBCCC 600.99; 1E SBCCC 700.2; 1H SBCCC 200.9