What happens during a jump ball situation at the beginning of an NCAA basketball game?

During a jump ball situation at the beginning of an NCAA basketball game, players from both teams jump for the ball. This occurs at center court, where the referee tosses the basketball into the air between the two players, who are typically the tallest players from each team. The objective is for the players to jump and gain possession of the ball as it comes down. This method serves to start the game fairly and gives both teams an equal opportunity to gain the first possession.

The other situations described wouldn't accurately represent the rules in NCAA basketball. For instance, the referee does not arbitrarily decide which team gets possession without the jump, nor is one player automatically awarded the ball without a jump. Additionally, requiring players to dribble before jumping contradicts the fundamental rules regarding the jump ball process.