Title IX & Athletics

Over 50 years since its enactment, Title IX has made significant progress towards equal opportunity in student athletic programs regardless of sex. The Title IX regulations contain provisions governing athletic programs and athletic scholarship awards. The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) considers whether an institution is effectively enforcing Title IX to accommodate athletes equally in areas such as: equipment and supplies; game and practice times; travel and per diem allowances; coaching and academic tutoring; assignment and compensation of coaches and tutors; locker rooms, practice and competitive facilities; medical and training facilities and services; housing and dining facilities and services; and publicity. The Title IX regulations also prohibits discrimination based on sex in the provision of athletic scholarships or other financial assistance to student athletes.

 For more information, refer to the following:

• Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), Athletics
• Supporting Equal Opportunity in School Athletics Programs
• Title IX and Athletic Opportunities in Colleges and Universities

Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (EADA)

The Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act is a federal law passed in 1994 that requires universities and colleges to make available gender equity information about their athletic programs. To view Rowan University's EAD Report, click HERE and go to Athletic Department tab.