What are the athletic transfer requirements from a community college?

I'm a student-athlete at a community college and want to transfer to a four-year institution. Does anyone know the specific requirements or steps for athletes looking to make a transfer?

Student-athletes considering transferring from a community college to a four-year institution should consider the following step-by-step process:

1. Academic Eligibility: Make sure you meet the minimum academic requirements for transferring. The NCAA requires that you complete at least an associate degree before transferring. The academic requirements might vary by division (Divisions I, II, and III) and by specific colleges, so please check the NCAA website for more specific details.

2. Contact Compliance Office: Establish a line of communication with the Compliance Office at the university you're considering transferring to. The Compliance Officer will help you understand the transfer rules and guide you through the necessary paperwork.

3. Release Form: Before contacting a coach at the four-year institution, you need to have a written release or permission-to-contact form from your current community college. Coaches will not be able to talk to you about your athletic abilities until this form has been received.

4. Athletic Abilities and Scholarships: If you were on an athletic scholarship at your original school, there's a chance you may not be on scholarship immediately upon transferring. This will largely depend on the policies of the specific four-year institution.

5. Transfer Portal: If you are moving from an NJCAA college (junior/community college) and want to compete at an NCAA college, you might be asked to include yourself in the NCAA Transfer Portal.

6. NCAA Rules: Familiarize yourself with the NCAA transfer rules. The NCAA has strict guidelines about transferring, including rules about academic progress, enrollment periods, and "redshirting".

7. Communication: Don't forget to keep in touch and communicate effectively with your current coach, potential future coach, and academic advisor throughout the process.

Remember, these are general guidelines and the specific process may vary depending upon the various college athletic associations (like NCAA, NAIA, etc.) and specific institutional rules at four-year colleges.