ITN Recruiting Questions

Athlete Sample Questions

Academic

• What are the most common majors amongst athletes on the roster?
• What academic resources are available to the team, such as an advisor and/or tutoring?
• Are there any specific majors that aren’t feasible to pursue for athletes in my sport?
• What academic goals do you set for your team?

Athletic

• Can you tell me about your recruiting class for my graduation year? Is it finalized?
• How would you prefer I share updates with you on my progress?
• Do you have any recommendations for camps, combines or showcases that I should attend?
• Where do you typically evaluate your athletes?
• Would you be available to meet with me if I schedule an unofficial visit at your school?

Culture

• What is the current team dynamic like?
• Does the team interact outside of practice and competition?
• What is the housing situation for athletes?
• Is it typical for athletes to stay on campus during the summer?

Financial

• Does the program have athletic scholarship funds available?
• Does the school offer work-study opportunities to help supplement scholarship aid?
• What specific expenses are covered by the financial aid and/or athletic scholarship package?
• What factors do you consider when determining an athlete’s financial aid and/or athletic scholarship package each year?

COACH Sample Questions

• How’s your season going?
• What are you looking for in a school?
• Where are you at in your recruiting process?
• What other colleges are recruiting you?
• What questions do you have for me?
• What are your GPA and test scores?
• Do you know what majors you are most interested in?
• Describe your strengths and weaknesses as a player.
• What areas are you working to improve?
• What does your training plan look like?
• Why are interested in my school and/or program?
• Why do you think you can play at this level?
• How will your strengths positively contribute to this program’s current roster and needs?

Questions about Contacting College Coaches

Q: Can I email college coaches?  

Q: How do I go about contacting college coaches? 

Q: What should my emails say? 

Q: Am I allowed to text with college coaches? 

Camps

Q: How many camps should I attend?

Q: When should I attend camps?

Q: Do coaches really recruit from their campus hosted ID camps?  

Q: What are the benefits to attending camp not associated with a specific college?  

Campus Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What should I say when I am on campus?

Q: Should my parents attend the visit with me?

Q: When should I visit?

Q: What is the difference between an official visit and an unofficial visit?

Admissions Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How likely am I to get a scholarship?

Q: How many scholarships does each school/soccer program have available?

Q: What types of scholarships are available?

Q: Which divisions/schools can offer scholarships? 

Q: When are scholarships offered?

Next Steps

Q: How is the process different for a freshman and a senior?

Q: What are the next steps in my process?

Athletic Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the rules and regulations that are on coaches?

Q: What are the rules and regulations that are on the student athlete?

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