What is the consequence of not adhering to scholarship retention requirements?

Not adhering to scholarship retention requirements typically results in the loss of athletic scholarships. This consequence is rooted in the NCAA's commitment to ensuring that student-athletes maintain certain academic standards and fulfill their responsibilities towards their scholarships.

When student-athletes fail to meet these standards—such as maintaining a minimum GPA or completing a requisite number of credit hours—they jeopardize their financial support for playing their sport. The NCAA views scholarships as a privilege that comes with the expectation of academic progress and performance, and failure to comply with the established retention criteria can lead to a loss of this critical funding.

The other options presented do not accurately reflect the direct consequences linked to scholarship retention. Increased training obligations, eligibility for advanced competitions, and exemption from future academic restrictions are not directly related to the retention requirements for scholarships in the same manner as the potential loss of an athletic scholarship.