If you are a female student-athlete and/or a student-athlete of color with a passion for sports and communication, the Division III College Sports Communicators (CSC) Student Program is your chance to explore a career in Division III athletics communication. Held each June in conjunction with the College Sports Communicators Convention, this Division III–focused program offers a fully funded opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build your professional network and take the next step toward a future in sports information.
What to Expect
As a selected participant, you'll:
- Attend the CSC Convention and Division III–specific programming
- Learn from experienced professionals in athletics communication
- Be paired with a mentor to help navigate the convention and set goals
- Discover potential career paths in sports information
- Gain tools to navigate your future in Division III athletics
Program Impact
Participants leave the program with a clearer understanding of careers in Division III athletics communication, a stronger professional network within CSC and Division III, and increased confidence navigating professional events such as conventions and networking sessions.
Eligibility
Student-athletes are nominated in February by athletics directors, sports information directors or conference offices through the NCAA Program Hub. Preference is given to:
- Females and/or student-athletes of color
- Juniors by academic standing
- Student-athletes who express an interest in athletics communication or working in a conference office
- Those with a strong interest in a career in Division III athletics communication
Student-athletes who believe they may qualify should contact their athletics academic counselor, Faculty Athletics Representative or athletics communications staff member. They can help confirm eligibility and support communication with your athletics director, sports information director or conference office about the nomination process.
Each institution or conference office may nominate up to two student-athletes. Final selections are made in late March.
