Okay, so you have decided you would like to go to college and in order to do that you would need to get an athletic scholarship. So where do you start? Well first of all, one should be realistic about who they contact. Take the background of the college into consideration and first acknowledge if you would “fit in” in that type of environment. You should ask your current coach if they could advise you regarding your level of skill and point you in the right direction. Another important person to talk to is your counselor. Ask them to help you choose universities and colleges that will suit you, academically.
What Is An Athletic Scholarship?
An athletic scholarship is funds that are given to potential athletic students by the coaching staff of a team, and this money can be used for education related purposes such as books, board & lodging, tuition, etc. Unfortunately not every type of sport is able to offer their players a scholarship as their budget might not agree or it could be against their rules and regulations.
Choosing a College
When you are making a list of the prospective colleges, take everything into consideration. Things like the academic programs, campus environment, size, special programs, location and curricular activities are among issues you need to address. Do not overlook a college if it is not as well known as the one you would like to go to or of it is smaller than others.
Who Offers These Scholarships?
In most cases it is the college coaches that are the ones to offer the scholarships to students. In many cases one is first required to meet certain standards before they are considered for a scholarship, some of which include academic test achievements, passing a number of subjects and being able to maintain a certain GPA well in advance. When looking for a scholarship it is very important to enquire about the programs you might be interested in, by asking them what requirements should be met.
How Can I Get An Athletic Scholarship?
As soon as you decide that this is what you want to do, you have to start the process. You need to get your name out there with coaches that might be interested in you. Look for colleges that meet your criteria and offer what you need. Speak with the coaches at the colleges you are interested in, and ask about the application process and the requirements. Whatever you do, do not be afraid to ask questions. Remember, the coaches have probably had lots of other students asking them the same questions you are. This is your future. Start it out the way you want if you want it to end your way.
Getting an athletic scholarship is not the most difficult thing in the world. As long as you do your research properly and you are serious about doing it, there shouldn’t be a problem. Let them know that this is what you want, and by giving you a shot at a scholarship they will not be making the wrong decision.
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