To pursue a career in the United States implies an annual cost for tuition, maintenance and the expenses of student life (books, supplies, materials). However, there are ways to help you in the economic aspect for it not stopping you from reaching your dreams.
1. Academic and sports scholarships: Each year, most of the colleges in the NCAA (except Division III), the NAIA and the Junior College distribute a budget to scholarships. In the case of student-athletes, college coaches can assign scholarships to athletes for the skills they demonstrated at the time of being recruited. In addition, colleges also offer scholarship programs for academic achievement. In the case of scholarships, 100% of the tuition is not always granted; but if you are a good student and an excellent athlete, you may obtain a good opportunity to, combining both skills, pay less for your career.
2. Government or private programs: Some governments, or local private companies, recognize young student-athletes who stood out for good performance in both aspects (for example, the FAFSA, Free Application for Federal Student Aid in the United States). This type of contributions, whether through scholarships, maintenance, sponsorship and other figures, have certain process to opt for them. Investigate if these programs are available in your country and what you need to apply.
3. Loans: Some experts recommend this as the last option, but don’t discard it. Review what types of loans and conditions banks offer, in your country or internationally. Along with the banks, there are other organizations, such as loan agencies, and even the universities themselves that offer loans focused on students.
In this case, it is recommended that you have allies and expert advisors in the recruitment process, such as CAFA Group. We offer you our student programs to accompany you at each step and make the best decisions together.
You should also think about your career as an investment, since in the future you will be a professional and you will be paid for all the effort you put in these years. With that mentality you must assume the process of applying for admission to a university.
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