What Do I Need to Know to Play at UM? When being recruited by a university, it is just as important for a prospective student-athlete to know the rules, as it is for the university to know the rules. The NCAA offers a valuable resource designed to help high school athletes understand the NCAA rules: NCAA.org The NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete is designed specifically for the college-bound student-athlete, who may have some basic questions regarding their future as a college student-athlete. Prior to your admission to a university, you must receive a high school diploma, and successfully complete a core curriculum. Your GPA in these core courses will be compared with your best score on the ACT or SAT on a floating scale to determine your eligibility. Check with your high school counselor for your schools core courses that will count towards your recognized GPA.