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In order to ensure that our prospective and current student-athletes are able to engage in intercollegiate competition, the Athletics Division must be in compliance with rules set forth by the NCAA, the American Southwest Conference and UMHB.  NCAA compliance at UMHB functions within the scope of the college's academic guidelines to coordinate, monitor, and verify compliance with all NCAA requirements, and to educate the various constituencies of the college and the athletic community regarding NCAA and UMHB regulations governing academic compliance.

The UMHB Compliance Office offers prospective and current student-athletes a variety of resources concerning NCAA regulations and compliance issues. Our function is to oversee and verify the accurate and timely completion of NCAA-required procedures.

The NCAA is a self-regulatory body which relies on the integrity and accountability of those involved in any way with the program. This includes, but is not limited to, an institution's president, registrar, faculty athletics representative, director of athletics, compliance officer, and members of a sport's coaching staff.

There are many questions regarding NCAA rules and regulations, especially those relating to eligibility for prospective and currently enrolled students who wish to become student-athletes at UMHB. Those students are encouraged to contact their respective coaches or the Athletics Division at (254) 295-4618, or may refer to the list of "frequently asked questions" located on the respective pages of each category.

Student-athletes wishing to attend UMHB via a transfer from another institution can do so by adhering to NCAA guidelines. Please follow the "transfers" link below to learn about what steps are necessary during the transfer process. Keep in mind that the rules may differ depending on the affiliation of your current institution. 

Although we do try to answer basic questions regarding compliance on our website, please use the information listed here as a general guide for informational purposes only. While many questions and issues pertaining to NCAA compliance are alike in nature, there are many unique situations that arise.
 
If you have any questions about NCAA rules, please contact me.  And remember….ALWAYS ASK BEFORE YOU ACT!
 
Rachel Acosta
Associate Athletic Director/Compliance Officer
254.295.5046
racosta@umhb.edu
 
About NCAA Division III
Colleges and universities in Division III place highest priority on the overall quality of the educational experience and on the successful completion of all students' academic programs. They seek to establish and maintain an environment in which a student-athlete's athletics activities are conducted as an integral part of the student-athlete's educational experience. They also seek to establish and maintain an environment that values cultural diversity and gender equity among their student-athletes and athletics staff.

What does Division III have to offer?
• Division III athletics offers student-athletes the opportunity to become well-rounded individuals who successfully integrate athletics and academics. Student-athletes are integrated into the student body, and they experience the full range of college life.
• Division III athletics departments place special importance on the impact of athletics on the participants rather than on the spectators. The student-athlete's experience is of paramount concern.
• Division III athletics feature athletes who receive no financial aid related to their athletic skills and athletic departments that are staffed and funded like any other department in the university.
• Division III athletics encourages the development of sportsmanship and positive social attitudes. Coaches and players treat each other with respect, and administrators work to foster a positive competitive environment.
• Division III athletics is committed to providing equitable athletics opportunities for both genders and gives equal emphasis to men's and women's sports.
• Division III athletics encourages participation by maximizing the number and variety of athletics opportunities available to student-athletes, placing primary emphasis on regional in-season and conference competition.

Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (EADA) Report
Any coeducational postsecondary institution that participates in Federal student financial assistance programs and has an intercollegiate athletic program is required by section 485(g) of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, 20 U.S.C. 1092(g) (also known as the Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act or EADA) to prepare a report containing information regarding intercollegiate athletics.
Click here to download the 2024 EADA Report
 
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