The American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) is the national governing body of non-varsity college ice hockey in the U.S. The organization provides structure, regulations, promotes the quality of play, sponsors National Awards and National Tournaments.
The ACHA currently has five divisions (three men's and two women's) with 450 teams from across the United States. Teams offer no athletic scholarships and typically receive far less university funding.
The ACHA offers an opportunity for college hockey programs who struggle with large budgets and title IX issues an alternative to the NCAA structure .
The American Collegiate Hockey Association is a chartered non-profit corporation.
Read more about American Collegiate Hockey Association: Policies and Regulation, ACHA History, Membership, International Competition, Logos, Notable Players in Professional Leagues, 2012-2013 Men's Division 1 Preseason Rankings
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