New NCAA Roster Limits – All You Need to Know
NCAA Roster Limit Changes: A Comprehensive Overview of a Game-Changer in College Sports The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has announced significant changes to its roster limit policies across a range of sports. These alterations represent one of the most significant changes in collegiate athletics in recent years, with wide-ranging implications for coaches, student-athletes, and athletic programs. Understanding these changes, the logic behind them, and their potential impact [...]
Interview with The Times: How US College Sports Are Impacting Paris Olympics
How US College Sports are Impacting the Paris Olympics Our very own Liam Barrett was interviewed this week by The Times and Sunday Time in relation to the success US college athletes are having at this year's Olympic games in Paris. The full article on the Times site can be viewed here. For those who are not Times subscribers you can read the article below: Irish Athletes Competing at [...]
What is the Common App? Everything You Need to Know
Navigating the Common App: Your Gateway to American Universities Introduction: As high school seniors approach the pivotal moment of applying to colleges and universities, many are turning to a streamlined and efficient solution called the Common Application, often referred to as the Common App. This platform has revolutionised the college application process, making it easier than ever for students to apply to multiple institutions with a single application. In [...]
What is the Name, Image, Likeness Ruling?
Navigating the New Era: A Comprehensive Exploration of the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Ruling in College Sport Introduction: In recent years, the once steadfast foundation of college sports in the United States has undergone a revolutionary transformation with the groundbreaking introduction of the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) ruling. This paradigm shift has redefined the boundaries of amateurism and opened up unprecedented opportunities for student-athletes to capitalise on [...]
Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club – Official Partner
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to officially announce our exciting new partnership with Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club. Founded in 1925 as Bury and West Suffolk Rugby Football Club Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club is a high level rugby union club based in Suffolk, England that plays its rugby from The Haberden ground that has a capacity of over 3,000 spectators. Its men's 1st XV currently play in the [...]
ConnectCareHero – Official Sponsor
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to officially announce our official new sponsor ConnectCareHero. Connect Care Hero was established in 2015 when founder Osvaldo Montelongo had to make a very difficult decision of moving his 80 year old Spanish speaking father, Abraham, into a senior living community in Chicago because of his advanced dementia. For the following 4 years, the journey was tough, difficult and socially lonely as they learned [...]
DRIPsox – Official Sponsor
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to officially announce our official new sponsor DRIPsox. Pictured above is former MLS star Reggie Lambe with our Managing Director Liam Barrett showcasing our new soccer showcase kits featuring our new sponsor. Founded earlier this year - DRIPsox are the best looking grip socks in the game, for your on-field kit & streetwear fit. Influenced by Drip Culture & Footballer Fashion, the team at [...]
Her Game Too – Official Partner
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to officially announce our exciting new partnership with Her Game Too. Founded in May 2021, Her Game Too is a voluntary campaign led by a team of dedicated female football fans who are passionate about creating a positive change in football and the wider sporting world. They aim to raise awareness and educate others on the importance of inclusivity and diversity in sports. The ultimate [...]
What is the New Student Visa Processing Method?
Unlocking New Opportunities: Securing F1 Visas for International Students via Courier For ambitious students and student-athletes seeking educational opportunities abroad, the United States has long been a coveted destination. However, the process of obtaining an F1 student visa, which allows international students and student-athletes to study in the U.S., has traditionally involved navigating a series of bureaucratic hurdles and lengthy visa appointments at the U.S. embassy or consulate. In [...]
5 Key Benefits of Student-Athletes Going to an NCAA School
5 Key Benefits of Student-Athletes Going to an NCAA School For aspiring student-athletes, attending an NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) school is often a dream come true. The NCAA offers a unique platform that combines high-level athletics with quality academics, providing student-athletes with unparalleled opportunities. In this blog post, we will explore the five key benefits of being a student-athlete at an NCAA school, highlighting the advantages that come [...]
When Can College Coaches Contact Student-Athletes?
When Can College Sports Coaches Contact High School Student-Athletes? The journey from high school sports to college sports is an exciting time for student-athletes. It's a period filled with opportunities, challenges, and important decisions. One crucial aspect of this process is the recruitment phase, where college coaches reach out to prospective student-athletes. However, understanding when and how these contacts can occur is essential for both coaches and athletes. In [...]
5 Key Benefits of Student-Athletes Going to an NAIA School
5 Key Benefits of Student-Athletes Going to an NAIA School In the realm of collegiate athletics, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) holds a distinct position. While often overshadowed by the NCAA due to the difference in the quantity of schools, NAIA universities offer a unique and rewarding experience for student-athletes. Combining rigorous academic programs with competitive sports, these four year institutions foster an environment that cultivates personal [...]
5 Key Benefits of Student-Athletes Going to an NJCAA School
5 Key Benefits of Student-Athletes Going to an NJCAA School The journey of becoming a student-athlete in America is an exciting and rewarding path for many talented young individuals. While some dream of playing sports at renowned universities right away, there is an alternative route that offers a host of unique benefits: starting as a student-athlete in a NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) two year community college. The [...]
What Type of Visa is Required For An International Student in US?
What Type of Visa is Required For An International Student in US? For international student-athletes who wish to pursue their athletic dreams in the United States, obtaining the right visa is crucial. The type of visa required depends on several factors, including the length of stay, the purpose of travel, and the athlete's level of competition. In this blog post, we will explore the different types of visas available [...]
What are the Key Differences Between the NCAA, NAIA & NJCAA?
What are the Key Differences Between the NCAA, NAIA & NJCAA? College sports in the United States have a long and storied history, with countless student-athletes making their mark on the sporting world. For many young athletes, securing a sports scholarship is the key to unlocking a college education while pursuing their athletic dreams. However, navigating the world of college sports can be daunting, with different governing bodies and [...]
Everything You Need To Know About The NCAA Eligibility Centre
Everything You Need To Know About The NCAA Eligibility Centre If you're a student-athlete who dreams of playing collegiate sports in America at a four year school that competes in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), you need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. The NCAA is one of two main governing bodies for college sports in the USA, and they have established academic and amateurism requirements that [...]
Everything You Need To Know About The New Digital SAT
Everything You Need To Know About The New Digital SAT The Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) entrance exam has been a critical component of college admissions at four year schools in the United States for many decades. Since COVID the SAT has become less important, with the college sport governing bodies making it no loner a requirement to be eligible to play however many schools still require it as part [...]
How do I Get a Field Hockey Scholarship in America?
The Process of Securing a Field Hockey Scholarship in America Women's field hockey is an extremely popular sport in America, with many colleges and universities offering athletic scholarships to talented players. If you're a high school field hockey player with aspirations of playing at the college level, here are some top tips on how to increase your chances of earning a scholarship if you are looking to manage your [...]
BRUSA Sports – Official Partner
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to officially announce our exciting new partnership with BRUSA Sports. BRUSA Sports also helps talented student-athletes with their placement at American universities and colleges, however they specialise in the placement of athletes from certain sports that differ to our core sports; such as in baseball, softball and water polo. BRUSA also have a strong presence and team based in South Africa, a country where [...]
Soccer Profile – Official Partner
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to officially announce our exciting new partnership with the revolutionary soccer platform Soccer Profile. Founded by brothers Garry Monk (former English Premier League manager) and Stuart Monk (an innovative coach and scout), Soccer Profile was launched in 2018 with subscribers to the platform now spanning six continents, from grassroots to professional academies. Soccer Profile is a series of assessments which measures the technical and [...]
AFC Sudbury – Celebrating 5 Years of Partnership
At U.S Sports Scholarships we have been working with our partners at AFC Sudbury for over 5 years now and during that time have helped place 22 of their talented student-athletes at colleges in America. To celebrate our long-standing, highly successful partnership we wanted to use this opportunity to provide some insights into how some of their academy alumni are doing since they made the move from Suffolk to [...]
Stanway Rovers – Official Partner
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to officially announce our exciting new partnership with Stanway Rovers Football Club. As a company we are all very familiar with the outstanding reputation of the Essex based club with several of our team having played and coached at the Hawthorns. As part of the partnership, we will be holding future trial events for both men’s and women’s soccer at the club, which undoubtedly [...]
Connect Football Paris – Official Partner
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to officially announce our exciting new partnership with Connect Football Paris (CFP). Connect Football Paris is an international oriented network based in Paris, which offers various solutions to players, coaches, and clubs such as specialised high-level trainings, an Academy, as well as key partnerships. In France, a significant number of students leave school without obtaining a diploma. Connect Football Paris offers an alternative to [...]
Chelmsford City FC – Official Partner
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to officially announce our exciting new partnership with Chelmsford City Football Club. As a company we are all very familiar with the outstanding reputation of the Essex based club with several of our former soccer athletes having spent time at the club and our scouting team have also visited the Melbourne Stadium on countless occasions over the years searching the best local talent. As [...]
University of Essex – Official Partner
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to officially announce our exciting new partnership with the University of Essex Football Programme. This is the first partnership between the University and an international student-athlete recruitment company and will provide excellent pathways for their talented undergraduate student-athletes to pursue graduate studies in America, as well as providing a great option for our applicants who decide to study in the UK for their undergraduate [...]
Elmer added to U.S Sports Scholarships Roster
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to announce the addition of U.S college recruitment specialist Matt Elmer to our team, where he will be taking on the role of Soccer Regional Manager for Surrey in the South East! Matthew studied international football business at Wembley stadium from 2014 and graduated in 2017. After this he went into the sports scholarship industry as a talent scout and event coach, where he [...]
U.S SS Client Josh Wells Signs Pro Deal at Middlesbrough
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to announce that our Premier Athlete client Josh Wells, has signed a professional contract with English Championship club Middlesbrough FC. The highly talented centre-back, 18, has played first team football for our partners at Lowestoft Town and joins on a professional contract from July. Josh showcased his skills on trial with Boro’s U18s and U23s and even scored a last-minute winner against Wolves on [...]
New Level Soccer Academy – Official Partner
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to announce our exciting new partnership with New Level Soccer Academy (NLS). NLS' mission is to create a professional environment that provides fun, safe and enjoyable coaching that inspires children to become the best possible version of themselves. They deliver this mission with a range of courses and services available to elite players. They have a tailored coaching syllabus, designed to maximise individual talent [...]
Key Updates on SAT, Eligibility Centres & Visas
USA COLLEGE SPORTS - SAT, ELIGIBILITY CENTRES, VISA I hope you’ve had a good weekend, following our recent online seminar we received some queries around similar topics, so we thought we would answer the top 3 we received for you in case you are wondering the same things as follows: Q: What SAT subject tests do I need to study for? None. If you are looking to attend a [...]
NCAA Return-to-Sport Guidelines
NCAA Issues Next Set of Return-to-Sport Guidelines August 9, 10:00 Division I, II, III fall updates from August 5 We've been tracking official sources to follow the latest in coronavirus-related college sports news. Here’s what happened on Wednesday, August 5. The Big Ten announced Wednesday morning their full slate of games for the 2020-2021 college football season — a 10-game, conference-only schedule. The NCAA Board of Directors met Tuesday and Wednesday, ruling [...]
COVID-19 Update – U.S Sports Scholarships
COVID-19 - LATEST COLLEGE SPORTS UPDATES Updated August 1st, 20:00 We are continuing to closely follow the latest Government advice and are working hard on what this means for our athletes. The current situation is naturally having an impact on universities and colleges, SAT exams, Eligibility Centres, playing schedules, visa applications and flights so we thought we would provide you with some useful information below to help you get [...]
Global Education Sports – Official U.S Sports Scholarships Partner
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to announce our exciting new partnership with Global Education Sports (GES). Global Education was founded in 1998 in Nicosia by Academician Dr. Sofron Sofroniou, together with a dynamic group of collaborators in the field of education and counseling. It offers services of guidance and support for prospective students, not only during admission but also during their studies, accommodation in Universities and Colleges of Great [...]
U.S Sports Scholarships Free Online Seminar
How to Get a US Sports Scholarships... We are delighted to announce that on Friday 5th June at 4pm (UK time) we will be hosting a free online seminar that is available to anyone interested in learning more about how to earn a sports scholarships at an American university or college. Our Managing Director Liam Barrett and Head of Women's Soccer Ellie Rossiter will be joined by 2020 MLS draft Matt Bentley who recently [...]
Rossiter added to U.S Sports Scholarships Roster
U.S Sports Scholarships is delighted to announce the addition of former client and hall of famer Ellie Rossiter to our team, where she will be heading up our women’s soccer programme! We helped Ellie with her own search for a scholarship back in 2015, when she ended up joining NCAA D2 side Davis & Elkins in West Virginia. During her four years with D&E, Ellie was a standout performer [...]
Academy Scholar to NCAA Soccer – USA Soccer Scholarship
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Tiffin University student-athlete Declan Lehmann. Declan shared with us his experiences so far from his first six months in the States as well as his future college plans. Can you tell us about your journey that has led to you being out in America on a scholarship? I’ve played football since I was 6 years old and always [...]
London to Oklahoma – USA Soccer Scholarship
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma student-athlete Damilola Olusesi. Dami shared with us his experiences so far from his three years in the States as well as his plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? My experience in the U.S. has been amazing. honestly, i'm [...]
Crystal Palace to Shawnee State – Women’s College Soccer Scholarship
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Shawnee State University student-athlete Paige Alford. Paige shared with us her experiences so far from her freshman year in the States as well as her plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? The time I have spent in the States on my Scholarship has been exceptional. [...]
Life as a Women’s College Soccer Player – USA Soccer Scholarship
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Middle Georgia State student-athlete Katie Roberts. Katie shared with us her experiences so far from her freshman year in the States as well as her plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? My experience in the states so far has been unbelievable. To get the chance [...]
Suffolk to Savannah – USA Soccer Scholarship
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Savannah College of Art & Design student-athlete Jake Colclough. Jake shared with us his experiences so far from his freshman year in the States as well as his plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? My Experience so far in the United States has been unbelievable. [...]
Liverpool to Georgetown – USA Soccer Scholarship
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Georgetown College student-athlete Jake Mckettrick. Jake shared with us his experiences so far from his freshman year in the States as well as his plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? My experience over in the States has been nothing short of amazing. Playing football every [...]
UK to Indian Hills – Playing Soccer in America on a Soccer Scholarship
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Indian Hills student-athlete Georgia Lindon. Georgia shared with us her experiences so far from her freshman year in the States as well as her plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? So far since I’ve been here it has been hard work having to adapt to [...]
UK to Urbana – Playing Soccer in America on a Soccer Scholarship
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Urbana University student-athlete Noah Stew-Lewis. Noah shared with us his experiences from his time in the States so far as well as his plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? I am currently in my sophomore season here in the United States, and so far, I [...]
Player Insight: UK to America on a Soccer Scholarship
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Francis Marion student-athlete Oliver Peters. Oliver shared with us his experiences from his time in the States so far as well as his plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? After spending a year out in the States, I can say that it has been a [...]
Our Client Shares His Experiences of a Soccer Scholarship in America
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Hastings College student-athlete Callum Watson. Callum shared with us his experiences from his time in the States so far as well as his plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? I have only had one year in the States so far, yet it has probably been [...]
USA Soccer Scholarship: NCAA D2 Player Insight
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Northeastern State University student-athlete Tom Singhgolden. Tom shared with us his experiences from his time in the States so far as well as his plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? The opportunity to study out in the States on a soccer scholarship has been one [...]
Being in America on a Soccer Scholarship: Player Insight
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client, former Colchester United academy player and current Rocky Mountain College student-athlete Milo Downey. Milo shared with us his experiences from his time in the States so far as well as his plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? My experience in the States so far has been truly [...]
Playing Soccer in America on a Scholarship: Player Insight
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client, former Ipswich Town Women's star and current Middle Georgia State University student-athlete Miagh Downey. Miagh shared with us her experiences from her time in the States so far as well as her plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? My experience so far in the states has been [...]
What’s Life Like on a Soccer Scholarship in America?
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client, former EDSV Academy star and current Rocky Mountain College student-athlete Amber Pearson. Amber shared with us her experiences from her time in the States so far as well as her plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? From young, I have always wanted to take the next step [...]
Our Client Shares Her Experiences of a Soccer Scholarship in America
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Oakland University student-athlete Hollie Clement. Hollie shared with us her experiences from her time in the States so far as well as her plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? After two years, I can happily say that making the decision to take this opportunity has [...]
Our Client Shares Her Experiences of a Soccer Scholarship in America
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Southeastern Louisiana University student-athlete Megan Gordon. Megan shared with us her experiences from her time in the States so far as well as her plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? My experience so far has been incredible and I’m lucky to still have two years [...]
Our Client Shares His Experience of a Soccer Scholarship in America
We recently caught up with U.S Sports Scholarships client and current Missouri State student-athlete Matt Bentley. Matt shared with us his experiences from his time in the States so far as well as his plans beyond graduation. Can you tell us about the experience you have had on your scholarship in the States? My experience in the States has been nothing short of amazing thus far! I’ve been able [...]
Everything You Need to Know About Football Scholarships in America
WHAT IS A FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP? An athletic football scholarship (UK) or soccer scholarship (US) is a form of scholarship to attend a U.S college or university awarded to an individual based on their academic and athletic capabilities. A football scholarship can cover anywhere between 0-100% of costs and these offers are authorised by the coaches at American colleges/universities. WHAT DETERMINES HOW MUCH SCHOLARSHIP I GET IN US? Your scholarship [...]
Harvard University – Everything You Need to Know
HARVARD UNIVERSITY - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW At U.S Sports Scholarships we realise it can be a minefield trying to research potential colleges and universities in America, so we have decided to put together concise reviews of every single scholarship giving university in the US using our knowledge and expertise to make your life easier. This builds upon the popularity of our previous blog post 'Choosing a University'. [...]
How do I Get a College Sports Scholarship?
HOW DO I GET RECRUITED FOR COLLEGE SPORTS? The process of finding a sports scholarship in America is by no means straightforward and with there being over 1,000 universities that offer student-athletes the chance to play college sports it can be difficult knowing where to start in your search for a school. Coaching teams do not have the resources to find and evaluate every qualified athlete and as you [...]
Choosing a University – Sports Scholarships
FINDING YOUR FUTURE HOME With so many universities in the United States, it is important to consider the following factors when choosing universities: ACADEMIC REPUTATION Admission to some U.S. colleges and universities is highly competitive, especially for international students. For the majority of students, it is more practical to find a quality institution where they will be academically challenged, rather than insisting on attending one of the top 50 [...]
Helping Your Child With Their College Decision
For prospective students who have received a number of offers from multiple colleges, deciding which one to attend often requires additional research and deliberation. Parents definitely have a role to play in their child’s college decision, but they shouldn’t try to take control of the process. We’ve put together a list, highlighting many of the ways parents can help their child think through their college decision. BE SUPPORTIVE Choosing [...]
Top Tips For SAT Exam Preparation
It may seem easy to simply put off studying until the next day, but it is likely that this will not translate to success in either the SAT or ACT exam. We’ve put together some tips to ensure your preparations don’t fall by the wayside. 1. SET ATTAINABLE STUDY GOALS Imagine you have several complex homework assignments due in one week. If you don’t create a concrete plan to [...]
Student-Athletes Can Fill Workforce Skills Gap
In a 2018 study, LinkedIn researchers found the No. 1 skills gap across the United States workforce is in communication — soft skills such as collaboration, articulation and receptiveness to feedback. Knowing these abilities are lacking in the workforce and desired by employers in all professions should give former student-athletes the confidence felt after a big win as you go into a job search. These skills are often acquired and enhanced [...]