Studying at universities in the United States is within your reach
What you need to study in the U.S.A.
Be over 16 years old
From age 16, coaches and institutions can already contact you to offer you sports and academic scholarships. Your American journey can begin even two years before finishing high school in your home country.
English level
Institutions will ask you for an English proficiency test, however, you can have scholarship options regardless of your current English level. We have had cases of bilingual students and students with a lower English level who have achieved the American dream.
Extracurricular activities
All activities that complement your sports and academic level will be viewed favorably by institutions to obtain an even larger scholarship.
What the scholarships include
Housing
You will usually live on campus, especially the first year, as universities require living on campus until age 21, except for some Junior or Community Colleges. After that, they will give you the option to live off-campus in shared apartments with other student athletes.
Meal Plan
The scholarship offer from institutions will always include a meal plan, which is customizable.
Your sport
As long as you go with a sports scholarship, you will practice your sport throughout the year. Your performance can improve the scholarship percentage you are awarded.
Health Insurance
Some institutions may include health insurance in the aid or scholarship. Insurance is mandatory for all international students and must be validated by the university itself.
Tuition and fees
The fees required for admission as well as class enrollment will usually be included in the offers they send you.
Have questions? We're here to answer them
It's financial aid granted by American universities to international student-athletes to pursue undergraduate or graduate studies while competing on high-level university sports teams.
There are full scholarships covering 100% of expenses, partial scholarships (from 20% to 90%), academic scholarships combined with athletic ones, and need-based aid. There are also scholarships for undergraduate, master's, and transfer programs.
Depending on the type of scholarship and university, you can save between $20,000 and $70,000 annually. A full scholarship at a private university can exceed $60,000 per academic year, including tuition, housing, meals, and books.
You need your high school diploma validated, a minimum grade average (generally 6.5-7/10 or equivalent), pass standardized exams like SAT/ACT for undergraduate or GRE/GMAT for master's, and certify English level with TOEFL (minimum 61-80) or IELTS (minimum 6.0).
You don't need to be an Olympic champion, but you do need a competitive level. We look for athletes who compete at regional, national, or international level in their sport. What's important is demonstrating progression, dedication, and potential to compete at NCAA or NAIA level.
The main ones are: NCAA Division I (highest level, full scholarships), NCAA Division II (partial scholarships, more academic-athletic balance), NCAA Division III (no athletic scholarships, but academic aid), NAIA (partial scholarships, very competitive), and NJCAA (Community Colleges, 2 years).
The complete process usually takes 6 to 12 months from initial evaluation to contract signing. We recommend starting at least 12-18 months before your desired study start date to have more options and better offers.
Yes, we work with you to identify your preferences for location, climate, university size, academic program, and athletic level. However, the final offer depends on universities interested in your profile and available scholarships. Flexibility increases your options.
A full scholarship includes: tuition, on-campus housing, meal plan, books and academic materials, health insurance, use of elite sports facilities, sports equipment, and access to tutoring and academic support services.
In NCAA Division I and II, you'll train approximately 20-25 hours weekly during the season (preseason, regular competition, and playoffs), including training, matches, gym, and recovery. Off-season, volume reduces to 8-15 hours weekly.
Absolutely. American universities have systems designed to support student-athletes: flexible schedules, free academic tutoring, specific study centers, and academic advisors. The NCAA athlete graduation rate is 89%, higher than the general average.
Sports with the most scholarships are: soccer, basketball, track & field, swimming, tennis, golf, volleyball, American football, baseball/softball, and cross country. However, scholarships are available for over 30 different sports.
Yes, athletic scholarships are renewed annually if you meet minimum academic requirements (GPA 2.0-2.5), maintain your athletic eligibility, actively participate on the team, and don't incur conduct violations. Most scholarships are renewed for all 4 years of degree.
Scholarships are generally protected for 1 guaranteed year. If you get injured, you keep your scholarship while recovering. Health insurance covers treatment and rehabilitation. Many universities offer medical scholarships if you can't return to competition but want to continue studying.
With an F-1 visa you can work on campus up to 20 hours weekly during the academic semester and full-time during breaks. However, with training and studies, most student-athletes don't have time. Some universities offer additional aid for personal expenses.
Yes, you need an F-1 student visa. The university offering you a scholarship will send you the I-20 form needed to apply. The process includes SEVIS fee payment ($350), embassy appointment, and consular interview. We guide you through the entire process.
Yes, it's possible to transfer to another university, but you must meet certain NCAA/NAIA requirements: complete at least 1 academic year, obtain release permission from your current university, and sit out 1 year without competing (with exceptions). Transfer scholarships are common and competitive.
Yes, degrees from accredited American universities are recognized worldwide and highly valued. You can validate them in Spain, Europe, Latin America, and practically any country to continue graduate studies or practice professionally.
Yes, many student-athletes continue with master's or MBA while competing 1-2 additional years if they have remaining athletic eligibility. There are also specific scholarships for graduate programs. It's an excellent way to obtain two degrees while still competing.
Generally NOT included: international flights (round trip), personal expenses (clothing, entertainment), visa process ($350-500), document translation and validation, standardized exams (SAT, TOEFL, etc.), and family travel. These additional costs are usually between $2,000-5,000 annually.