Hopefully this page will help you with the college recruiting process. It is full of important information, but it is not a substitute for your own work in this area. The reference resource list is one of the most important sections of this information. We encourage you to gather resources from this list and study them well. Study the schools as well, because there are no resources that can tell you about every school. This information is a beginning, not the end of your search for opportunities in college.
Why are you interested in playing soccer in college?
- It is the next level of the sport for you to reach
- Scholarship money is available.
What are the benefits of being a Student Athlete?
- Your participation in soccer may make the difference in just getting in.
- Athletes often get early class registration, allowing them to nearly always get the classes they want.
- Graduating in 4-5 years vs. 5-6 years can save you thousands of dollars.
- Athletic departments provide free academic tutoring, helping you with your classes
- Fall athletes often get first pick of the dorm rooms, because they come to school early to train.
Getting through high school and ready for college can be an exciting, frustrating and gratifying time. Being prepared for the journey will help you connect with a college that is right for you! Your job is to determine if you want to play soccer in college and to learn of the differences in colleges and universities that might help you fulfill that dream. Today, colleges and coaches are looking for students with more than athletic abilities. Without considering athletic skills, the average admission requirement at the University System is 3.5 and a 1200 SAT. The average cost for a four-year college education is $60,000 - $180,000 good reason to show that you are talented!! Competition can be fierce, so promoting & presenting yourself as a well-rounded student-athlete can separate you from the other player. There is a candidate waiting in the wings that has academics, athletics and more. You can be that candidate!! Start early!
To get into the college of your choice you must:
- Prepare academically
- Show your soccer ability
- Complete all administrative paperwork on time
- Develop contacts among potential coaches
- Follow-up on the contacts you make
- Choose the right college for you!
Emphasis on choosing the right college for you. It is vitally important you choose a college that provides you the school experience you want. It doesn’t help anyone for you to get a great scholarship to a school that doesn’t have the major course of study you want, or isn’t a place where you are happy.
Also, be aware that NCAA rules change from time to time. Go to www.ncaa.org to brush up on the latest rules.
