Frequently Asked Questions

No – U.S. high school sports include multiple levels, so athletes of all skill levels can find the perfect place.

Absolutely – performing well academically and athletically in high school can increase your chances of earning a college sports scholarship in the future.

Private schools may offer smaller teams, flexible schedules, and excellent facilities, while public schools provide competitive athletic programs with strong community support.

Yes – many students play different sports in different seasons.

Sports are seasonal: Fall, Winter, and Spring. Some academies and clubs offer year-round training.

You must maintain good grades, meet eligibility requirements, and be committed to attending practices and games.

Yes – most interscholastic sports accept international students, from soccer to swimming, basketball, tennis, and more.

Contact us for a free evaluation, where we match you with the right school, sport, and host family for your goals.

The recruiting process involves connecting student-athletes with U.S. college coaches through highlight videos, academic records, athletic resumes, and direct communication. Coaches evaluate talent, academics, and eligibility before making scholarship offers. Starting early, being proactive, and staying organized is key to success.

The ideal time to begin is 18–24 months before your planned start at a U.S. college. Many coaches build their teams early and may have already allocated scholarships later on. The earlier you prepare your video footage and academic transcripts, the greater your chances of finding the right college fit. Starting later is still possible, but it can limit your options.

In addition to athletic performance, your grades and standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, TOEFL) are very important. Coaches look closely at academic eligibility since student-athletes must meet certain requirements. Strong academics not only ensure eligibility but also increase your chances of earning a scholarship, as you become attractive both on the field and in the classroom.

The recruiting process for a U.S. athletic scholarship usually takes 12–24 months. During this time, profiles are created, videos are edited, coaches are contacted, and conversations are held. It’s possible to complete the process in under a year, but starting earlier gives you a wider range of universities and higher chances of securing the right scholarship offer.

U.S. college coaches typically require athletic highlight videos, stats, a complete athlete profile, and academic documents like transcripts and test results (TOEFL, SAT/ACT). Well-prepared documents make you more attractive to coaches during recruitment.

If you don’t receive a full athletic scholarship, there are alternatives. Colleges often combine athletic and academic scholarships or offer partial funding that significantly reduces your study costs. There’s almost always a way to make your college dream a reality.

The NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) is the largest college sports organization with strict rules and high athletic standards. The NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) offers more flexibility with less strict rules and smaller colleges, where players often get playing time faster. Both offer attractive scholarships—the choice depends on your goals and academic and athletic performance.

In addition to athletic performance, your grades and standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, TOEFL) are very important. Coaches look closely at academic eligibility since student-athletes must meet certain requirements. Strong academics not only ensure eligibility but also increase your chances of earning a scholarship, as you become attractive both on the field and in the classroom.

That’s an excellent question - one only you can answer :) What type of learner are you? A disciplined self-studier or someone who benefits from outside input? You can also compare it to your athletic performance: You probably wouldn’t mind slightly better results, times, or rankings when you’re in the middle of conversations with coaches … The same goes for academic tests.There’s no universal formula for how to best prepare, but a little extra preparation and slightly higher scores can very quickly mean an increase of €1,000+ per year (academic scholarship).

In many cases, yes. While some colleges have gone test-optional, the SAT/ACT is still often required for athletic eligibility and scholarships. Taking these tests can strengthen your profile and give coaches more reasons to recruit you.

Each governing body sets its own standards. For example, NCAA and NAIA have their own eligibility centers with different minimum GPA and Test Score requirements, and JUCO is often more flexible, making it a pathway for athletes with lower grades to work their way up.

Yes, but options may be limited. Some schools have higher academic requirements than others. Even if your GPA is lower, you can still find opportunities, especially at junior colleges (JUCO). From there, you can transfer later to a four-year university.

No, the sum is never due with one payment. We always split the total price in 4 payments, tied to the reaching of milestones. The milestones are always the same and are testament to the progress we achieve together.

Our plans are made up of 2 factors: The time recruiting experts invest in your case and administrative third-party costs. When it comes to the level of support you want, it really starts with the question: what do you require? If you care about maximizing your chances, ELITE or ALL AMERICAN are probably better picks and already include those external costs.

That’s a great question :) Are you somebody, who is pretty good at studying by yourself? Or do you prefer to get a little reminder and push here and there? Compare it with slightly better results or slightly better PBs in your sport. Would you say yes to that while you are speaking with coaches over a longer period of time .? 100% yes. The same goes for better test results.There is no universal answer on how to study and prepare, but doing a little more and scoring slightly better can quickly equal 1,000 USD+ each year in academic merit.

The recruiting process alone costs money, regardless of nationality. Add to this the costs for an international applicant, and just making it to the U.S. already has a price tag. Typical costs are registration fees, fees for sending test scores, or university application fees. You are typically also faced with translation and visa application costs.Some of those costs cannot be avoided if you are serious about going to college.

A contract always forms the basis of our collaboration to establish a shared understanding. We never start our work with you before 1) having spoken at least once with you and your family and 2) receiving a signed contract.<br/><br/> Here’s why: we need to get to know you, your athletic level and other important information.<br/>Getting to know you thoroughly is absolutely key to us, because it allows us to assess your goals properly and understand if we can fulfill your expectations of the recruiting process, aka if the kind of school you dream of studying matches the kind of school we think is a good fit for you.(Few kids can study at and play for Stanford ;))

Yes, health insurance is mandatory for all international students in the U.S. and often required by the university. Some universities utilize their own insurance plans, while others require coverage from a private provider. Parents should check for specific deductible amounts and ensure there are no exclusions related to high-risk sports.

Full-ride athletic scholarships (covering tuition, fees, room, board, and books) are rare, typically awarded only to elite athletes. Most students receive partial scholarships. Financial aid packages often combine athletic scholarships with academic merit aid and other international student financial aid to significantly reduce the overall cost of a U.S. education.

Yes. Many U.S. universities offer substantial academic scholarships based on the student's high school GPA, test scores, and academic profile. Athletes are encouraged to maximize their academic credentials, as this academic merit aid can be stacked with athletic funding to create a much more comprehensive financial aid package.

The F-1 student visa is the non-immigrant document required for any international student to legally study and reside in the U.S. The university must issue the I-20 Form (Certificate of Eligibility) to start the visa process. Without a valid F-1 visa, the student cannot enroll, participate in their sport, or use their scholarship.

This is a major concern, but no, your child will almost certainly not lose their scholarship due to an injury. NCAA rules prevent a school from canceling or reducing an athletic scholarship during its specified term (usually one year) if the athlete is medically unable to compete. If the injury is serious, the athlete may be granted a Medical Redshirt, which protects their eligibility by pausing their college clock so they can return to competition later.