Prospective Students
Interested in becoming an Auburn University student-athlete? Here you will find general information on the admissions process, athletics scholarships and financial aid, and contact information for coaches. Please also visit the compliance pages at AuburnTigers.com for further information on recruiting, NCAA eligibility and compliance.
Whether you are a prospective student-athlete or parent, we hope you find this information helpful.
Key Contacts
- Office of Admissions and Recruitment: Quad Center, Auburn University, AL 36849, (334)844-6425, admissions@auburn.edu
- Office of the Registrar: Martin Hall Auburn University, AL 36849, (334)844-4367, registrar@auburn.edu
- Foy Student Union Information Desk: (334)844-4244
- Athletic Department
- Offices of Athletics Administration: (334)844-4750
- Office of Recruiting: (334)844-9626
About Auburn University Athletics
A member of the highly competitive Southeastern Conference, Auburn University fields twelve intercollegiate sports in all, with eight programs for men and eleven programs for women. Over the past four years, Auburn University athletic teams have won both SEC and national titles. Well-known athletes such as Bo Jackson, and Gabe Gross and Jason Campbell, plus Olympians Kerron Stewart, Margaret Hoelzer, and Matt Targett were all AU student-athletes.
Learn more about the academic and athletic traditions at the Auburn University:
- Auburn University Official website
- Schools and Colleges
- AU at a Glance and Academic Degree Programs Offered
- Auburn University Athletics Official Site
- Planning a Visit? Visit the Auburn-Opeilka Vistor's Bureau for tourism information.
How to Contact a Coach
If you do not see your sport listed on the athletics website, check the Auburn University Intramural/Club Sports web page. You will find information on a wide variety of sports including intramural and recreational sports.
Departmental Coaches and Recruiting Contact Information
Recruiting Basics
The websites listed below will provide valuable information about the recruiting process.
- Information for Prospective Student-Athletes at AuburnTigers.com
- Visit ncaa.org for information on how the NCAA oversees student-athlete eligibility.
- Visit the National Letter Intent web site to better understand the "signing process".
- Access the AU website for academic information to find information on classes, advising, majors, and tutoring.
All prospective student-athletes are required to complete an Undergraduate Admissions application and go through the regular admissions process. Please visit The Auburn University Admissions Site or call (334)844-4367 for more information.
Test Scores
All students are required to present an SAT or ACT score as part of the admissions application. It is strongly recommended that all students take three SAT II Subject Tests in writing, math and a third test of their choosing. If you are planning to sign a November letter of intent, we strongly recommend that you begin testing during your junior year of high school.
Compliance
The NCAA rules are complex and ever changing. This compliance section provides basic information on NCAA rules everyone should know, including specific information for boosters, recruits, and current student-athletes. A more in-depth reference is the NCAA web site at www.ncaa.org.
Financial Aid
Whether you are interested in athletic scholarships, University financial aid, or federal and state grants, the financial aid section (www.auburn.edu/finaid) will provide the information you need.
Prospective Student-Athlete Questionnaires and Forms
If you are interested in competing in intercollegiate athletics for Auburn University, please complete all forms or questionnaires provided by your chosen sport, found here. These forms are NOT official university applications.
It is important to know that NCAA rules and regulations prohibit coaches and administrative personnel from sending letters or electronic mail to high school students until after September 1 of their junior year in high school. While coaches and administrators are not permitted to write or e-mail you according to the above restriction, you are permitted to telephone, e-mail, or text coaches and administrators without restrictions.
Those who are freshmen or sophomores in high school are also permitted to contact the admissions office for information regarding the Auburn University and its academic programs. You may call our admissions office at (334)844-4367 or visit our admissions website at www.auburn.edu/admissions.
WARNING: If you are a student-athlete enrolled at another four-year institution or if you have been enrolled at another four-year institution in the last year (Division I, II or III), NCAA rules and regulations strictly prohibit us from having any communication with you, directly or indirectly, until that institution grants our institution permission to contact you. You may obtain this permission to contact at the compliance office of your current or previous institution.