While this might seem like an easy question to answer, it is actually not that simple. The reason for that is that every athlete is different (both academically and athletically) and also might be looking for totally different things. To begin with, every athlete and his or her parents should always be realistic when considering his or her options. For example, if you are a below average student, you should not be looking at Ivy Leagues. Or if you have not at least competed at the very highest level in your country, you also probably won’t receive a massive scholarship to one of the absolute top programs for your respective sport. However, here is the good news! If you do that and look at things from a realistic perspective, there are options out there for pretty much everyone. Now, having said that, the next step is to always ask yourself the following questions first: “What is it that you are looking for in a college? What factors are important to you?“
As mentioned above, these factors might vary strongly from one athlete to another. While athlete A might simply be looking for the biggest possible scholarship, athlete B might be looking for the strongest academic school. Athlete C on the other hand might be looking for easier academics so that he or she can focus more on their sport, while another student athlete might base his or her decision strictly on where the school is located. So it is very important for you to decide what is important for you and what the main factors are for you to be happy over here in the US. Of course, at Sports & Study USA we are there to help you every step of the way and to answer any questions that you might have. Our team members have years of experience so that we will always be able to help you make the best possible decision and to make sure that you find not just any school, but a school that will be the perfect fit!