How to Be Released From a National Letter of Intent

A National Letter of Intent does not actually bind a student-athlete to attend a particular university. Yet, you should not take the signing of this letter lightly. In the vast majority of cases, student-athletes do ultimately end up attending the university with which they signed this letter. You can release yourself from a National Letter of Intent easily; however, you may end up subject to a single-season ban for doing so.

Instructions

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      Obtain the National Letter of Intent Release form. You can find this form online (see References).

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      Fill out the form. The key section involves the reason for release. If you don't have a good reason for the release, the institution will likely choose to subject you to a one-year penalty from competing in your sport at a different institution. An example of a good reason would be the firing of a coach who recruited you. Most schools will allow you to withdraw penalty-free for this reason.

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      Submit the form. Mail the form to:

      National Letter of Intent

      PO Box 7132

      Indianapolis, Indiana 46207-7132