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When did the collegiate athletes start getting paid for the use of their name, image, and likeness?

  • After July 1, 2021

  • Before July 1, 2021

  • In 2015

  • In 2018

Answer

College athletes have been able to make money off their name, image, and likeness since July 1, 2021. This was a major change in NCAA policy, which had previously prohibited athletes from profiting off their own fame. The new rules allow athletes to sign endorsement deals, appear in commercials, and sell merchandise.
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