Canadian NCAA Core Course Planning: Current Options
Updated: 2 days ago
This article originally introduced our old province-specific Core Course Tracker downloads. Those retired standalone downloads are no longer the current Collegiate Goals offer. Families now have the free Parent Playbook, CA$39 personalized NCAA Family Roadmap, and professional course reviews for academic questions. Get the Free Parent Playbook | Explore the CA$39 Personalized NCAA Family Roadmap | Explore the CA$149 Eligibility Audit
How Canadian Families Can Review NCAA Core Courses
The former tracker downloads were created to help families organize academic planning. A tracker cannot certify course approval or academic eligibility. Today our professional academic reviews look at the athlete's specific courses and flag concerns, while the NCAA Eligibility Center makes the final decision. Explore the CA$149 Course Selection Review | Explore the CA$149 Eligibility Audit
Each tracker is tailored to your provincial curriculum, making it easier than ever to know which classes count—and where you stand academically.
Why Canadian Athletes Need This Tool
The NCAA uses very specific academic rules for eligibility. Canadian schools don’t always label courses in the same way as American high schools, which can lead to confusion, missed requirements, and lost opportunities.
That’s where this tracker comes in. Whether you’re in Alberta, Ontario, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, PEI, New Brunswick, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, or Yukon—we’ve built a customized solution for your region—no guessing, no wondering, just clarity.
What's Included in the Tracker?
16 Core Course slots, grouped by NCAA category
Drop-down menus to mark courses as In Progress or Completed
Auto GPA calculator for letter and percentage grades
Step-by-step PDF instructions for families and coaches
Designed in Google Sheets for easy digital use (or print it out!)
Want a personalized review of your athlete's courses and academic readiness? Our CA$149 Eligibility Audit examines course history, estimates NCAA core GPA, and identifies potential concerns. Explore the CA$149 Eligibility Audit
Why Canadian Families Need to Check Courses by Province
Each tracker is listed individually on our site. Here are the ones currently available:
A Personal Note from Kyle
When my son was working toward his NCAA eligibility, we had to build spreadsheets from scratch. No one told us which courses counted, and even guidance counselors weren’t sure. That’s why we built these—so you don’t have to guess. Now, other Canadian families have a clear path forward.
FAQs
How Can Canadian Athletes Check Their Core Courses?
It’s a tool to track your 16 required NCAA core courses based on your province’s approved high school curriculum.
Is this officially from the NCAA?
No. This tracker is built using NCAA’s official international course guide, but it’s a Collegiate Goals product for planning purposes only.
How much does it cost?
The old CA$20 tracker downloads described in the original article are retired. For a current course review, Grade 9–10 families can request the CA$149 Course Selection Review, and Grade 11–12 families can request the CA$149 Eligibility Audit. Explore the CA$149 Course Selection Review | Explore the CA$149 Eligibility Audit
Do I need one for my province?
Yes. NCAA rules apply differently based on which courses your province offers, so it's important to use the version for your region.
Will this help me get a scholarship?
While this won’t guarantee recruitment, staying academically eligible is the foundation for NCAA opportunities.
Disclaimer
For planning purposes only. Final eligibility decisions are made by the NCAA Eligibility Center.
Need a clearer picture of your athlete's academics? Our CA$149 NCAA Eligibility Audit reviews courses, estimates NCAA core GPA, and identifies potential academic risks. Explore the CA$149 Eligibility Audit
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