Michigan State University Club Sport Program is open to all registered students, faculty, or staff. Some clubs may have more strict eligibility criteria, including restrictions based on their national governing organization. Incoming students accepted on a team may not begin practicing with the team until they have paid dues, completed New Student Orientation (NSO) and their MSU ID scans them as a valid student. Under no circumstance should minors (children under 18 years old) be allowed to participate in a Club Sport.
For those clubs whose league requirements insist that an eligibility check is done on club members, please follow these steps that are required from the Registrar’s Office. This check will be done with accuracy and is confidential if the following procedures are followed:
- Allow a minimum of 1 week (5 working days) for processing
- They cannot assist you if you haven’t completed your RSO paperwork so get that done in AUGUST! - Supply information provided by the event/tournament committee of your league
- Each request must contain the following information when submitted:
- Clearly printed name
- Student signature
- Student ID number
Michigan State University Club Sports Program also requires that all Club Sports have at least 10 members or the minimum number of players required to field a team, whichever number is higher. It is imperative that Rec Sports be efficient in allocating the limited time and facilities available for Club Sports. If your club cannot maintain this minimum membership, either there is not enough interest in the University community, or your club is not working hard enough to recruit. If the club cannot meet the minimum membership criteria, it may be dropped from the Club Sport Program.