Questions to Ask College Coaches

Have you seen me play? If so, how will I fit into the team?
Of the current players competing at my position(s), what skills do they possess that I don't, and vice versa?
How many freshmen are being recruited at my position?
Where do you see me fitting in the program as a freshman and beyond?
Where am I on your list of recruits?
Can I or should I redshirt my freshman year?
What are the team's training plans?
Will I receive a written offer?
What are your expectations for me?

How many players graduate in four years, and what is the team's GPA?
How does the program support players academically (including tutoring)?
Will professors allow me to make up missed tests due to matches?
What is your policy for late arrivals or missed training due to class schedule?
What course load and GPA must I carry to remain eligible? To retain financial aid?

How important is soccer to the school?
Will I need to live on campus?
Do most of the players live together?
Where in the country do most of your players come from?
When does the season begin and end?
How many matches are there each season?
How much travel, and how far, is there each season?
In the past five years, what are the team's proudest moments?
What are the team's conduct rules, and how do the compare to those for non student-athletes?
Will I need to stay in town during the summer?

Do you have athletic scholarship funds available?
What specific expenses are covered by the financial aid and/or athletic scholarship package?
Is financial aid available for summer school?
Tuition, books, room and board cost X. My budget is Y. What chance do I have of covering that gap?
If I'm injured and can't play, what happens to my financial aid?
What are my student employment opportunities to help make ends meet?
What conditions are used to determine retention of the financial aid and/or athletic scholarship package?
What medical expenses will the school cover, and will I need my own insurance?

Questions You May Be Asked

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