High School Courses at TVAH Are NCAA-Approved

We’re proud to announce that credit-bearing high school courses at Texas Virtual Academy at Hallsville (TVAH) are officially approved by the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA).*

TVAH caters to a diverse community of learners through engaging, personalized online learning. With NCAA-approved courses, student-athletes can prepare to meet the academic requirements for college sports.

Preparing Students for Academic and Athletic Success

Approved high school courses at TVAH meet the high academic standards set by the NCAA, ensuring that student-athletes are prepared for the rigor of college coursework and meet the academic requirements for NCAA eligibility.

Reaching NCAA eligibility ensures your child can compete in collegiate sports and receive athletic scholarships and financial aid.

The NCAA’s eligibility requirements are:

• Graduate from high school
• Complete a minimum of 16 approved NCAA core courses 
• Earn a minimum GPA in core courses
• Earn a qualifying test score on the SAT or ACT
• Request a final amateurism certification from the NCAA Eligibility Center

There are additional requirements for Division I student-athletes.

Empowering Student-Athletes With Online Learning

Beyond NCAA-approved courses, TVAH offers student-athletes the opportunity to pursue their athletic goals while staying on track academically. Our personalized learning approach empowers students to learn in a way that fits their athletic lifestyle.

We also help student-athletes manage their time effectively to balance both athletics and academics. Nevertheless, our certified teachers always provide support, instruction, and guidance to ensure students stay on track for graduation.

To learn more about our approved courses, visit our NCAA-approved page.

*Not all courses at TVAH count as NCAA core courses. Remedial classes and classes completed through credit-by-exam are not considered NCAA core courses. A comprehensive list of NCAA-approved courses can be found on the NCAA High School Portal website or by contacting a TVAH school counselor.

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