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Current Initiatives

C.A.R.E. Model Report and Resources

C.A.R.E. Champion Distinction

Transforming the NCAA D-I Model Series

New Governing Structure
for FBS Football

Principles to Guide NIL Rules

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Achieving Racial Equity in College Sports

Finances of College Sports

Knight-Newhouse College Athletics Database

Report: Financial Projections Through 2032 for Division I FBS Programs

Our Impact

The Knight Commission has a legacy of leading reforms that strengthen the educational mission of college sports.

Improved graduation success of student-athletes

90%

90% of Division I college athletes earn degrees.

Championships eligibility tied to academic standards

50%

At least 50% of a team’s players must be on track to graduate in order for the team to be eligible for postseason championships.

Financial incentives tied to academic success

$1.1 BN

Between 2019 and 2032, more than $1.1 billion will be rewarded to institutions for the academic and graduation success of their teams.

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About the Commission

The Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics was formed by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation in October 1989 to promote reforms that support and strengthen the educational mission of college sports.

Over the years, the NCAA has adopted a number of the Commission’s recommendations, such as establishing an academic threshold for postseason eligibility, including academic incentives in the NCAA revenue distributions and reducing athletic time demands.

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