Athletic Eligibility

Athletic Eligibility

Unless an exception applies, the General Transfer Rule (281—IAC 36.15(3)) prohibits a student-athlete from participating in varsity athletics for 90 school days (not including summer school) after transferring from one Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) or Iowa Girls’ High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) member or associate member school or school district to another.

• House File 847 and Changes to Athletic Eligibility Guidance – Provides additional information related to a student’s eligibility to compete in varsity athletics after transferring between schools or school districts.

Please contact the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union at (515) 288-9741 or the Iowa High School Athletic Association at (515) 432-2011 for questions regarding athletic eligibility.