According to the NCAA, about 2% of high school athletes are awarded athletics scholarships to compete in college. Of that group, only a selective group of NCAA DI sports programs offer full-ride athletic scholarships, while most offer partial scholarships for athletes. Most scholarships are one-year contracts, so they need to be renewed each year. This is why it’s important for student athletes to build a relationship with their coach that involves open communication. Considerations including college-level GPA, injuries, and your coach staying during your four years of playing can impact your annual scholarship opportunities.