Northwestern State

Compliance Manual

       I.            Introduction

    II.            Table of Contents

 III.            Mission Statement................................................................................................. 1

 IV.            Institutional Control................................................................................................ 2

    V.            Rules of Compliance Education.......................................................................... 6

 VI.            Athletics Department Personnel.......................................................................... 8

VII.            Amateurism........................................................................................................... 12

VIII.            Recruiting............................................................................................................. 16

 IX.            Eligibility.................................................................................................................. 29     

    X.            Financial Aid........................................................................................................... 38

 XI.            Awards, Benefits & Expenses for Enrolled Student-Athletes............................ 46

XII.            Playing and Practice Season............................................................................... 50