Alfred State Advances in NCAA Process

The NCAA Division III Membership Committee has moved the Alfred State Athletic Department into year two of the provisional membership process confirming that the college fulfilled all the requirements during the 2014-15 academic year.

The NCAA DIII provisional membership process takes four years and each year has different requirements and duties that an institution must fulfill. The NCAA and its membership committee work hand in hand with the institution to acclimate the college to DIII policies and procedures. Once the process is complete, Alfred State will have all the benefits of full membership, including voting rights on DIII legislation, postseason play, committee memberships, as well as institutional grants and student-athlete awards.

Athletic Director Kelly Higgins is excited about the news. “First steps are always the hardest to take, and this was a great one that has been successfully taken by Alfred State! It took a committed team effort from within Athletics, as well as the full support of the Alfred State leadership, many others from across the campus, and our colleagues and friends within the NCAA to make this a reality. Special thanks go out to all involved.  I know the Pioneers will continue to complete all the remaining steps required to achieve full membership within the NCAA over the next few years.” 

College President Dr. Skip Sullivan said, "I am proud of the accomplishments of Alfred State and our Athletic Department. Students will benefit ultimately from our progression to full membership."

Approximately 350 student athletes are at Alfred State. The college sponsors 18 intercollegiate teams that are housed in the Athletic Department, which also oversees physical education, intramurals, and the campus fitness centers.