What does self-reporting violations allow institutions to do?

Self-reporting violations provides institutions the opportunity to proactively address and correct compliance issues. By recognizing and admitting to potential violations, institutions demonstrate their commitment to upholding NCAA regulations and maintaining integrity within their athletic programs. This process allows them to take corrective actions and implement necessary changes before external enforcement actions may occur. It fosters a culture of compliance and accountability, and shows that the institution is actively engaged in monitoring its own practices. This proactive approach can also help to mitigate potential consequences that could arise from those violations if they were discovered by an external entity. Thus, self-reporting serves not only as a reflection of an institution's commitment to compliance but also as a strategic measure to ensure that improvements are made swiftly and effectively.