To have an SAT or ACT score certify the initial eligibility of a prospective student-athlete, where must this score be documented?

To have an SAT or ACT score certify the initial eligibility of a prospective student-athlete, the score must be documented on the testing agency's official test-score report. This requirement ensures the integrity and authenticity of the academic qualifications being assessed. The official test-score report is a reliable and standardized document that confirms the scores were indeed generated by the testing agency and reflects the student's performance during the examination.

This official report is necessary because the NCAA relies on verified information to evaluate a student-athlete's eligibility for participation in collegiate athletics. Using authentic documentation helps prevent any discrepancies or manipulations regarding a prospective student-athlete's academic records and standardized test scores.

Other documentation forms, such as unofficial records or high school transcripts, may contain academic information but do not meet the specific NCAA requirement for verifying test scores. Similarly, while forms provided by the NCAA may govern eligibility processes, they do not serve the purpose of officially documenting test scores, which must come directly from the testing agency to uphold credibility.