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Did you know that there are numerous scholarship opportunities for international athletes? That’s right…but you need to be pretty good. If you are, and you play a sport that is popular in the US, you might be eligible for scholarships. Do you think you fit the bill? If so, here are a couple things you should know:

1. Go to the website www.berecruited.com . It will give you a good idea of what US universities are looking for (myUface doesn’t have any relationships with this site…enter at your own risk!)
2. It’s a bit easier to get scholarships for individual sports (tennis, wrestling, etc) than team sports because it’s easier for universities to assess your play. However, basketball, soccer and other team sports are definitely open to international students.
3. Some universities don’t allow scholarships in the first year. Make sure you do your homework.
4. You need to be honest about your ability. Universities will want to know how you rank in your country? How you rank on your team?
5. Last, you’ll need a good video of yourself in action. It should be about 4-5 minutes long and begin with a closeup of you introducing yourself. Just highlights on the video and make sure you are easily identified.

There are lots of rules around scholarships for athletes but there are opportunities. If you are an athlete and think you might have a good chance at a scholarship, let us know and we’ll help you find the right organization to guide you through the maze.