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Your NCAA eligibility clock can start before you ever step onto a college campus.
Under the new 5-in-5 model, two triggers matter: your first full-time college enrollment or the academic year after you turn 19, whichever comes first.
That’s why timing matters. Before choosing your next step, make sure you understand how your player’s age, enrollment plans, and development pathway fit together.
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