Can financial aid based on athletic ability be canceled due to injury during the award period?

Financial aid based on athletic ability can indeed be canceled due to injury during the award period, which aligns with the provisions in NCAA regulations. The Association allows institutions to make decisions regarding athletic scholarships in response to a student-athlete's ability to perform, which can be impacted by injury.

When a student-athlete is injured, it may affect their ability to contribute to the team, prompting the institution to reassess the athletic aid awarded. This flexibility is rooted in the understanding that athletic performance is critical to the continuation of funding. Thus, the institution retains discretion to cancel the scholarship at any time if the athlete's ability to participate is compromised. This approach ensures that scholarships remain tied to the student's capacity to fulfill the requirements of their athletic role.