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Soccer Scholarships USA – Which agency is the right one?

5 Key Takeaways from this article

  1. It can be challenging to distinguish reputable scholarship agencies from those that may be more interested in profit than helping athletes achieve their goals.
  2. It is important to be aware of a few key things to look out for when choosing an agency, including their adherence to NCAA/NAIA/NJCAA rules, track record, and reputation.
  3. Agencies that guarantee scholarship offers violate college rules and may disqualify athletes.
  4. It is important to do your research and ask for references before choosing an agency.
  5. A reputable agency should have an established network of graduates and be able to provide honest and realistic feedback.

More Scholarships = More Agencies

As the popularity of sports scholarships in the United States grows, more and more athletes are turning to scholarship agencies to help them secure a spot. However, with the increasing demand for these services comes a proliferation of agencies, some of which may not have the best interests of their clients at heart. While there are certainly reputable agencies out there, it can be challenging to distinguish them from those that may be more interested in making a profit than truly helping athletes achieve their goals.

To ensure that you make an informed decision about which agency to work with, it’s important to be aware of a few key things to look out for.

Fact

Every year, more than 7 million athletes from America alone apply for a sports scholarship. In such a competitive industry, it’s understandable why it helps to have a reputable agency working with and behind you. Without proper negotiation skills, timing, or the necessary documents and test results, you can easily fall off a coach’s radar.

Sports scholarships can be obtained independently, but most international athletes choose to work with agencies due to the benefits they offer. These agencies are able to scour the entire market to find the best and most feasible options for the athlete. In addition, they can assist with the sometimes-complex process of gaining eligibility to become a student athlete, including handling documents and formalities. Having an agency with an established network of graduates can also be beneficial when it comes to finding job opportunities and receiving helpful advice during the athlete’s time in the United States.

Fact

A scholarship offer that is only 5% below your value, for example, a partial scholarship of 80% instead of 85%, could result in additional costs of up to $15,000 USD over the course of four years.

We naturally want to help athletes and support them with this great opportunity. It is important for the overall integrity of the industry that everyone knows what to look for in an agency. The primary goal, regardless of who helps, is to give athletes an excellent and unique experience in the United States.

However, it is important to be careful and make sure the agency you work with is the right one for you. Many organizations will tell you what you want to hear, so be vigilant. Here are a few key facts that can help you decide which agency to trust:

Breaking Rules and Regulations

There are agencies that do not follow NCAA/NAIA/NJCAA rules, which can harm an athlete’s chances of obtaining a scholarship. College associations have strict rules that must be followed by agencies and athletes. Inexperienced and dishonest agencies may try to bypass these rules or be unaware of them, which can have a negative impact on athletes.

WARNING: All agencies that guarantee scholarship offers violate college rules and may disqualify an athlete. In extreme cases, the athlete may not be allowed to participate in college sports.

Don’t be fooled by false claims

Don’t be fooled by agencies that claim to be “the best.” This cannot be quantified. Our partner organization considers itself one of the best agencies in the industry and can refer to the Commonwealth Platinum seal of approval and recommendations from various recognized media outlets such as ARD (German TV) and MARCA (Spanish newspaper).

Unrealistic expectations

This point particularly frustrates us because it can harm the future prospects of many athletes. Some agencies guarantee a scholarship amount exclusively based on the league and the athlete’s level, ignoring other important factors such as timing, test results, and video highlights. This can lead to unrealistic expectations. Good agencies should always give honest and realistic feedback and value their reputation. Do not be fooled by desperate sellers.

Scholarship agencies background

Check the background of the agency. Have you searched for them online on google?

You may be surprised at how many agencies go bankrupt or no longer exist. Take your time, do your research, and ask for more information if you have any doubts. A reputable agency should be willing and able to provide you with the names of successful athletes they have worked with, who you can speak to for further reference.

Experience

How long has the agency been in operation? Is it their primary job or something they do on the side? How many athletes have they helped? To be a great agency, it takes many years of networking and problem-solving. Every athlete is different and unique and may require different kinds of help. Tip: Ask the agency for contact details of athletes with similar cases so that you can get a second opinion.

How many of the scholarship agencies team will help you?

How many full-time employees will you have access to? Many agencies claim to have a large network of “scouts,” but it is crucial for you as a customer to know who they are and how many of them will be available to you.

What is included in the scholarship agencies service?

Do not accept an agency that claims to help with “everything.” Ask for a listing of the specific steps they will take to help you with school applications, documents for financial verification, student visas and immigration, and advice on health insurance, among other things.

Does the organization have local experience?

Obtaining a sports scholarship in the USA requires optimal support from employees in both your country and the USA who can be reached at any time. Placement in the USA is just the first step of many, and it is important to be able to react quickly if something unexpected happens during your time in college.

You will only make this important decision once in your lifetime, so take your time and make sure you are offered the best possible help. It is a big decision for your future.

At Warubi Sports and Athletes USA, we are one of the established and respected scholarship agencies with over 12 years of experience and more than 3000 success stories. While we are far from perfect, we have an excellent track record and adhere to the correct rules and ethical standards.


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