2023 – Sports & Study USA

15Dec 2023 by admin No Comments

What do student-athletes do during Christmas break?

With Christmas quickly approaching, one question we get asked by parents a lot, is what happens with their kids during the holiday break? Now, every school and situation is a bit different and we will go into more detail a bit later in this post, but in general you will have three options to choose from as a student athlete. One thing to explain before we start talking about these options, are the dates for Christmas break over here in the US, since they are a bit different to most other countries. The last week of school for colleges is typically either the first or second week of December and the fall semester ends with the final exams. Schools then go on a one month break that usually lasts till…

28Nov 2023 by admin No Comments

How diverse is America? Way more than most people think!

This is probably one of the biggest misconceptions about the United States as a country and as a place to live in. Most people from outside of the US still believe to this day that all Americans are cowboys, who eat unhealthy food and who do not know much about the rest of the world. This, however, is far from being the truth and there have been considerable changes to these stereotypes. First of all, the US has always been a country of immigrants and that definitely shows today in terms of diversity. Many different languages are spoken (especially in your bigger cities) and you can find food from all over the world basically anywhere. So the stereotype of having one “typical American” has definitely become more of a myth…

02Nov 2023 by admin No Comments

What does it mean to become “ineligible” as a student-athlete?

Being “ineligible” is something you should for sure try to avoid at all costs, because it probably means that you have done something wrong or that you were not supposed to do. Now you can become ineligible to compete for your college team in a number of ways, but we will describe the three most common ways in this blog post. The first and arguably the most common way to become ineligible, is because of your academics. This can happen to you both as an incoming freshman coming out of high school or when you are currently enrolled in college. As an incoming freshman, there are two ways to be ineligible. This can be simply because your high school GPA was too low or because you did not complete the…

18Oct 2023 by admin No Comments

Is starting in January an option in America?

The short and simple answer to this question is YES! There are no rules that prohibit anyone to start college at the beginning of the spring semester and it does happen. And to be honest, in most cases this can also be the only option because of eligibility issues or maybe because of a family emergency that kept someone from starting in August. So, even though starting in the fall is the more common and “normal” way to start your college career, it can definitely be done. Now, there are some rather significant disadvantages that we need to mention here though, that everyone should consider when they make their decision on when to start college in the US. The biggest issue is arguably the fact that there are just less…

03Oct 2023 by admin No Comments

How much does studying in America cost?

While it is really difficult to give an exact number for the yearly total cost of studying in America, the average cost among all public universities is roughly $27,000, while a full year at a private college will cost students about $50,000. Now, these are averages and those numbers can really go up and down depending on the school, location and of course on the scholarship that you receive. So don't worry, chances are that as a student athlete you will not be paying that much to come to college in the United States. Your cheapest colleges and universities are typically your junior colleges, which are universities that you attend for your first two years of college. These typically cost between $12,000 and $25,000 per year, depending on the location.…

23Aug 2023 by admin No Comments

Why is college football so important in America?

The college football season (yes, we are talking about American football, not European football or soccer) is about to start here in the US this coming weekend and it has people all over the country very excited. But why is college football such a huge deal on this side of the Atlantic, when it is virtually unknown in other parts of the world? There are several reasons for that and this blog post will explain the main factors for the popularity and importance of college football. The first reason, as it is very often the case in every part of society, is money! College football is by far the sport that generates the most income. Top college football programs make millions of dollars each year, which not only helps the…

04Aug 2023 by admin No Comments

What does your daily schedule look like as a student athlete in the United States?

While there are slight differences from school to school, between sports, and sometimes even within athletes on the same team, there is a rough timeline that most athletes will have in common in the US. Going to college in America is very demanding and you will encounter a lot of long days with very little free time. No matter if you are a golfer, a tennis or soccer player, or a swimmer, you will have a lot of responsibilities and a lot of obligations each day. Your days typically start very early and when you are a student athlete, it is crucial to always get a good night’s sleep so you are rested for the next day. So here is what a typical schedule will look like for you as…

13Jul 2023 by admin No Comments

What to expect during your visa interview?

A lot of athletes are currently getting ready to head to the United States for the start of their college career. The last step in the process before taking your flight to America is typically getting your student visa. After having completed all the administrative steps and having booked a visa interview appointment, students then have to go to the US embassy in their respective home country for their visa interview. Now, while this can be a nerve-racking experience for some, you really should not have much to worry about. In almost all cases, the visa interview is just a formality and should not take more than 10-15 minutes. Immigration officers typically have numerous of these student visa appointments each day and getting them done quickly is usually their main…

21Jun 2023 by admin No Comments

Where will I be living during my time in college?

This is a question that a lot of our student-athletes are currently faced with, as they are in the process of registering for their dorm room or apartment for this coming school year. While every school handles housing slightly different and your housing situation might vary depending on your age and school year, there are some similarities that typically apply to all student athletes. First of all, it does most likely make a difference if you come in as a regular 18-year freshman, an older freshman, or if you are a transfer student. Most schools make it mandatory for new students to live in dorms on campus, especially if they are 18. Some universities might have apartments on campus for incoming freshman, but most of the time, it will be…

07Jun 2023 by admin No Comments

Going to College vs Turning Pro, what should I do?

This is the million dollar question that we get asked almost on a daily basis and as always, there is not only one right or wrong answer! Every case is different and while some athletes peak earlier than others, there are definitely some undeniable benefits of going to college. First of all, it gives you the security of having a college degree, in case the professional career does not work out. There have been numerous young athletes who were at the very top in their respective sport at age 15 or 16, but then were never able to breakthrough at the professional level. Secondly, in a lot of sports, past and current examples have shown that college can be the ideal preparation for a future professional career. College will not…