Newfoundland and Labrador NCAA Core Courses

If you're a student-athlete in Newfoundland and Labrador aiming for the NCAA, you'll need to complete specific NCAA-approved core courses to stay eligible. The NCAA uses these core courses to evaluate your academic readiness, and each province has a unique list. For Newfoundland and Labrador, the courses are clearly defined and must be tracked carefully through high school to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements for Division I or Division II athletics.

What are the Newfoundland and Labrador NCAA core courses?

The NCAA defines core courses as specific high school classes in subjects like English, math, science, and social studies. For Newfoundland and Labrador students, these include provincial-level courses such as:

• English 1201, 2201, 3201

• Math 1201, 2200, 3200

• Biology 2201, Chemistry 2202, Physics 3204

• Canadian History 1201, World History 3201

• Francais (EFI) 9, French 2200, Spanish 3200

Only the courses listed in the official NCAA International Guide for Canada Newfoundland and Labrador section will count toward your eligibility. That means taking just any class that sounds academic won’t cut it. Your guidance counsellor might not always be aware of these NCAA-specific requirements, so it’s important you track them yourself.

Why do Newfoundland student-athletes need to track core courses?

Because the NCAA Eligibility Center uses these approved courses to calculate your Core Course GPA, a minimum GPA is required in combination with your SAT or ACT scores (if applicable). If you're missing even one course from the approved list, you could be ruled ineligible even if you have strong grades overall.

That’s why tracking your progress against the Newfoundland and Labrador NCAA core course list is critical. We’ve built a province-specific Core Course Tracker to help Canadian athletes like you stay organized and eligible.

Newfoundland and Labrador NCAA Core Courses: Key Subjects

Here are examples of NCAA-approved courses by category:

English / Native Language

• English 1201, 2201, 3201

• Canadian Literature 1205

Mathematics

• Mathematics 1201, 2200, 3200

• Advanced Mathematics 2205, 3208

Natural / Physical Science

• Biology 2201, Chemistry 2202, Physics 3204

• Environmental Science 3205

Social Science

• Canadian History 1201, World History 3201

• Geography 3202

Additional Courses

• Francais (EFI) 9, French 2200, French 3200

• Spanish 3200, Writing 2203

You need 16 of these core courses to graduate with NCAA eligibility. That includes 4 English, 3 math, 2 science, 2 social science, and the remaining 5 from any core-approved category.

How to Track Newfoundland and Labrador NCAA Core Courses

We’ve made it simple with the Collegiate Goals NCAA Core Course Tracker built specifically for Newfoundland and Labrador. It includes:

• A full dropdown list of approved courses

• GPA auto-calculation for letter or percentage grades

• Status tracking for “In Progress” or “Complete”

• A step-by-step PDF guide for using the tool

You can find the Newfoundland tracker now in our Core Course Tools section.

A quick story from our founder

When I first started helping my son with NCAA recruitment, we had no idea the courses he needed in Ontario didn’t match those in the U.S. We assumed all “academic” classes counted. We were wrong. If we hadn’t caught it in time, he could’ve been ruled ineligible. That’s why I built province-specific tools because every Canadian athlete deserves a fair shot at the NCAA, without surprises.

FAQ

What are NCAA core courses for Newfoundland and Labrador?

They are specific high school courses approved by the NCAA in English, math, science, and social studies. These include English 1201, Math 2200, Chemistry 2202, and others listed in the official guide.

Where can I find the full Newfoundland NCAA course list?

You can find it in the NCAA International Guide or use our Core Course Tracker.

How many core courses do I need to be NCAA eligible?

You need 16 core courses: 4 in English, 3 in math, 2 in science, 2 in social science, and 5 additional from any core category.

Does my grade in these courses matter?

Yes. Your Core Course GPA is calculated using only NCAA-approved classes. Strong grades can make up for a lower SAT or ACT score if the school still requires one.

What happens if I take a course that’s not NCAA-approved?

It won’t count toward your eligibility. That’s why using the official list or our tracker is essential.

Why Newfoundland and Labrador NCAA Eligibility Needs a Clearer Strategy

Getting recruited to the NCAA from Newfoundland and Labrador isn’t the same as it is for students in the U.S. From aligning provincial courses with NCAA rules to tracking GPA in a different system, Canadian athletes face unique academic challenges. That’s why tools like our Newfoundland Core Course Tracker are essential. They give student-athletes and families a clear, organized way to stay on track because when eligibility is simple, your focus stays on your sport.