NJCAA | NJCAA Membership

Benefits

Members eligible to join the NJCAA shall consist of two year colleges and institutions accredited by the appropriate state and/or regional accrediting agency. As members, they shall be entitled to all the privileges and obligations of the Constitution, By-laws and executive regulations of the Association. All new member inquiries should be directed to Mary Ellen Leicht or Lorna Brizzie.

Membership in the NJCAA entitles you to, but is not limited to, the following benefits:

Two subscriptions to NJCAA Review
1 for the President of the College
1 for the Athletic Director

Two NJCAA Handbook & Casebooks
1 for the President of the College
1 for the Athletic Director

One of each NJCAA Sport Guide
1 of each NJCAA Sport Guide Published for each sport in which the school participates

One Membership Certificate
Sent to the Athletic Director

Two copies of the Minute Book from each year's Annual Meeting
1 for the President of the College
1 for the Athletic Director

One subscription to the NJCAA Service Bureau
Sent weekly to the Athletic Director; includes all press releases, information, etc., that are distributed from the National Office.

Administration materials
A supply of all forms necessary to fulfill the requirements of NJCAA membership.

Awards and Recognition from the National Office
Presented to student-athletes and administrators; includes All-American, Academic All-American, All-Region and All-Tournament, Coach of the Year Awards, Service Awards, Loyalty Cup Award.

National Championships
Opportunity for student-athletes to participate in structured conferences, Regional Tournaments, and National Championships, providing increased exposure and publicity.

Affiliation with other National Organizations
The NJCAA has nationwide exposure and support with several National Organizations--the United States Olympic Committee, American Association of Community and Junior Colleges, Women's Sports Foundation, USA Basketball, Track/Field, and Swimming, to name a few. These affiliations allow each member college to voice their opinion on issues that concern athletic programs nationwide.

Monitoring of Eligibility
The National Office will monitor and record eligibility of student-athletes and provide accurate documentation of all rulings made.

Letter of Intent (LOI)/Scholarship Agreement Form(SAF) Program
This program allows for colleges to add prestige and security to their athletic teams by signing top recruits to National Letters of Intent and Scholarships.