NIL glossary
What was the National Letter of Intent?
The National Letter of Intent (NLI) was a binding document a recruit signed to commit to a college; the NCAA Division I Council ended the program on October 9, 2024, replacing it with written offers of athletics financial aid.
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Some state NIL laws and high school rules still refer to signing a national letter of intent. Missouri's 2023 law, for example, lets prospects who have signed one with a Missouri college earn NIL money, and Arkansas's covers athletes who have signed a letter of intent or other written agreement to enroll. Ask how your state treats a written offer of aid in place of an NLI.
Frequently asked questions
Does the National Letter of Intent still exist?
Not in Division I. The NCAA Division I Council ended the program on October 9, 2024, and written offers of athletics aid took its place.
Sources
This is general information, not legal advice. NIL rules differ by state, school, association and sport, and they change often. Check the official sources linked on this page and talk with your school's compliance office, your state association or a licensed attorney before you sign anything.