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t.berger
Athletics ( High School / University )
Rugby Scholarships for Females in both the US & UK
Hi there, I was wanting to know if Rugby scholarships were offered for females to play in either the US or UK please?...
isabella.chilena
Athletics ( High School / University )
Athlete Application & Admission
How do I contact coaches from different colleges if I aim a being recruited for their team? When should I contact them?
Hi! I am a Mexican high school student studying at an American School. I have been training for my state’s track and field team and I would love to be be recruited by a college in the USA. However, I ...
wesquinzani
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
Do most athletes stay in college for four years?
Do people get recruited out of college early or do they usually stay four years, or more?
wesquinzani
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
Do I get special academic privileges as an athlete at university?
Is life better when you’re an athlete? Will my classes be better or easier? Do I get earlier sign-up? I’m just wondering what the difference is compared to regular students! Thanks!
wesquinzani
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
What is like to play varsity lacrosse?
I’m thinking about applying as a student athlete for lacrosse - what is day-to-day life like? Thanks!
anon
Athletics ( High School / University )
U.S. Scholarships
Competing in the NCAA
Hi, I’m wondering if anyone has any experience competing in NCAA Division 1? ...
tommack1
Athletics ( High School / University )
New Zealand Athletes
How do you win the Prime Ministers scholarship?
How many are there, how you do get it, is it just for sport and who are some past winners?
tommack1
Athletics ( High School / University )
New Zealand Athletes
Do you get privileges for being an athlete at a NZ university?
In the states athletes get to choose their classes first and can be given a bit of leeway for assignments during their seasons. Is this the case in NZ?
tommack1
Athletics ( High School / University )
New Zealand Athletes
What's it like to row for NZ?
How does it feel?
tommack1
Athletics ( High School / University )
New Zealand Athletes
Why can a NZ rower not row at a U.S. college AND represent New Zealand?
I’ve heard that this isn’t possible - is it a rule, or a practical thing?
duncan.parsons
Athletics ( High School / University )
New Zealand Athletes
tommack1
Athletics ( High School / University )
New Zealand Athletes
What’s it like being a student athlete at a New Zealand University?
How is life different and what are some pro’s and con’s?
p.bamberg
Athletics ( High School / University )
How do I know if I am being recruited?
How do I know if I am being recruited?
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Athlete Application & Admission
How can a coach help with chances of being admitted to an Ivy league?
If there are no sporting scholarships offered at Ivy league colleges, how can a coach improve the chances of a potential student-athlete?
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Athlete Application & Admission
How do student-athletes manage their classes if their trainings interfere?
Many sports require a student to commit to a number of training sessions per week, what happens when these training times clash with classes?
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
Do student-athletes share living spaces with other athletes at Ivy league colleges or is it randomised between all students?
I would love to learn about this.
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
What are some of the difficulties of being a student-athlete?
Do student-athletes receive guidance if they are under a heavy workload?
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Athlete Application & Admission
Is it worth contacting coaches before applying to a college?
I have heard this can sometimes be beneficial, I would like to learn about this.
cr.hay
Athletics ( High School / University )
Athlete Application & Admission
What is it like to row for Yale?
I am a strong Australian rower looking at top US universities.
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
How does NCAA Field Hockey compare to New Zealand hockey?
I’m an aspiring player in New Zealand - how good do I need to be to play in the U.S.?
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
U.S. Scholarships
Sporting scholarships variation between sports and divisions
How do scholarships vary amongst different sports and divisions?
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
U.S. Scholarships
Is it true that the Ivy League doesn't offer sporting scholarships?
I’ve heard this rumour - is it true?
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
Will I be expelled if I was admitted as an athlete but stop playing sport?
I am deciding whether to apply as an athlete or a regular student. I don’t plan on playing my sport professionally, but it could help me get into a better school. Is it possible to drop the sport with...
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Athlete Application & Admission
What is a walk-on?
I know this is different to a regular recruit. Does being a walk-on help with acceptance? Can I get a scholarship as a walk-on?
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Athlete Application & Admission
What are the best sports to play to get into U.S. universities?
I am playing a few different sports at a high level and I’d love to accelerate one of my games in the hope of being accepted into a top U.S. college. Are there some sports that they recruit more activ...
cr.hay
Athletics ( High School / University )
Athlete Application & Admission
Do athletes compete directly with scholars for college admission?
Do athletes compete directly with scholars? Obviously, more athletes and less scholars get accepted but if athlete and a scholar from the same high school apply to the same college, do they affect eac...
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