PREPARATION
Our staff have been through the scholarship process so have all the knowledge needed to ensure you are fully prepared for you time in the U.S!
Study in the U.S
Having the opportunity to play at a high standard whilst earning your all important bachelors degree of your choice.
There for you
We look after our athletes from start to finish. Any queries before going out and also whilst over in the states we are there for you.
What is a Scholarship?
This is one of the first questions we suggest any athlete knows the answer too before starting this whole process. Scholarships are awarded to exceptional student-athletes, who demonstrate excellence in their sport as well as their academics. Scholarships provide a discount to tuition fees which are covered by the university and are driven on a percentage basis. Each university athletic department will have different budgets to work with when awarding scholarships, so therefore this will determine how much can be allocated to each student-athlete.
Scholarship amounts have a wide range and can vary from a full scholarship where the university will cover all fees, to a percentage scholarship where just a percentage of fees are covered by the university and the rest is to be covered by the student-athlete. Scholarships are also awarded on a year-by-year basis. Each year the coach will review every athlete, not only will this be based upon performance both on the playing field or court and academically, but also the athlete's attitude too. Therefore it is important you as an athlete consistently perform and work hard.
How The Process Works
Free Consultation
The very first step on your scholarship journey is for us to arrange a call with the athlete, we advise one parent is with the athlete at the time of the call. We will ask a few questions about the athlete such as their ambitions, academic background, university location and course preferences. We will also give an overview of whole process and additional costs involved in a scholarship. This is also the point where the athlete and parents/guardians can ask questions.
Commitment/SAT Test
Once we have established the U.S. scholarship is the correct route for the athlete, the athlete will then sign up to Active Sport Group network. This means the athlete will have access to our complete scholarship service.
We advise the athlete to begin revision and completion of the SAT test from this point on. Once the SAT test has been passed, this does not need to be re-taken.
Video Footage
The athlete will need to have some video footage of them competing in their sport. This will be distributed to our network of coaches in the U.S. If the athlete does not have any edited footage, we can arrange for this to be done.
Profile Creation
The athlete will now have access to the members area of our website. This profile will be able to be viewed by the athlete themselves and also access our network of hundreds of coaches in the U.S.
On the profile each athlete will be able to view/edit their details, view information about the SAT test and VISA process, information of additional costs such as insurance, view their video footage, access to our newsletters which includes lots of extra information on college sport, universities and more!
Offers
Athlete's should now start to receive scholarship offers from coaches in the U.S. This could be anytime from 6-10 months prior to starting university. The amount of scholarship offers will vary for each athlete depending on what the coaches are looking for.
VISA/Eligibility Forms
After committing to a university, now is the time to arrange for the visa and eligibility forms to be completed. To compete in NCAA or NAIA leagues the athlete will need to complete the eligibility forms.
Once accepted by your chosen university, the athlete will be able to apply for the F-1 student visa. We will be on hand to support the athlete and their family through this process as it can be confusing.
Support In The USA
Having been and done a scholarship in the U.S we know how daunting some athletes can find this journey. Which is why we feel it is important to continue our service for each athlete while in the states. We will still have communication with the athlete and their family while out in the U.S. to ensure they have settled in and also if the athlete has any problems.
Time For The USA!!
This is the best part, the athlete should now look to arrange their flight out to the U.S. and head out on a journey of a lifetime!
We will still have communication with the athlete and their family while out in the U.S. to ensure they have settled in and also if the athlete has any problems.
Sound right for you? Apply Now
To apply for our scholarship service and to arrange a FREE consultation call or if you have any questions please contact us and one of our team will get back to you
Previous Scholarship Athletes
Nenad Smiljanic
'Going to the U.S on a scholarship was a great combination of me being able to continue playing soccer at a high level as well as obtaining a degree!
From a young age I was playing for academies but at the age of 18 I wasn't offered a professional deal, so this was a great way for me to experience a different option.'
Georgia State University
Nenad
Smiljanic
Jack Busby
Growing up as a successful junior tennis player in the UK and the realization that turning professional on the Men’s tour was out of reach. I decided to go to college in the USA.
Scholarship's are a great way to excel in your academics while playing the sport you love. The recourses at your disposable are second to none. Once you sign for a school they will treat you like you are a professional athlete.College sports for any athlete is something I highly recommend for any athlete. Four years earning a degree and competing with a team of people that will become like a second family to you, is one of the greatest experiences any athlete can experience!
Cowley College, Kansas
JACK BUSBY
Liam Haycock
'Going to the USA was the best decision I could have made! It was an incredible experience to be able to combine high level soccer and earn a degree at the same time. The friendships yo make with people from all over the world is something you will never forget. To top it off, in my second year we made the NCAA DII tourmanet which was he best feeling! I would certainly recommend any soccer enthusiast coming out of secondary school to go to America and experience this. It's a one in a life experience that will change your life forever!
