Can Nevada high school athletes make NIL money?

Yes — since September 2022, as long as deals stay separate from sanctioned sports, the school, and school logos or uniforms.

Can my NIL deal involve my high school sport in Nevada?

No — deals cannot involve a sanctioned sport or use your school or its teams.

Do minors need parental consent for NIL deals in Nevada?

Yes — athletes under 18 generally need a parent or legal guardian to co-sign.

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Nevada High School NIL Rules

What student-athletes and parents in Nevada need to know about name, image, and likeness — in plain language.

Rules verified as of August 2026What does this date mean?

High school NIL allowed?

Yes

Parent co-sign (under 18)

Generally required

School logos & uniforms

Restricted

The short version

A September 2022 amendment to the Nevada Administrative Code allows NIAA athletes to do NIL deals — as long as the deal doesn't involve a sanctioned sport, doesn't use the athlete's school or an associated team, and the athlete doesn't wear a school uniform or use school logos.

Key rules in Nevada

NIL deals are allowed under the September 2022 amendment to the Nevada Administrative Code.Source: Nev. Admin. Code, Adopted Regulation R041-22 (2022)
Deals may not involve a sanctioned sport or use the athlete's school or an associated team.Source: NAC R041-22
Athletes may not wear a school uniform or use a school-associated logo in NIL content.Source: NAC R041-22

Common questions

Can Nevada high school athletes make NIL money?: Yes — since September 2022, as long as deals stay separate from sanctioned sports, the school, and school logos or uniforms.
Can my NIL deal involve my high school sport in Nevada?: No — deals cannot involve a sanctioned sport or use your school or its teams.
Do minors need parental consent for NIL deals in Nevada?: Yes — athletes under 18 generally need a parent or legal guardian to co-sign.

Your next step

Before anyone signs anything, walk through the free pre-deal checklist together — it covers payment terms, exclusivity, and Nevada's rules step by step.

Run the Free Pre-Deal Checklist

Reading this to make a decision?

Nevada's NIL rules can change at any time. Everything on this page is current as of August 2026 — the last date we checked it against the official sources. Laws and policies may have been updated or changed since then, so before acting on anything important, confirm the details with the original source listed above or your school's compliance office.

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