] Collegiate Connections

General Information

The American College semesters start in August and January. Scholarships become available at these two times of the year. Although there are many schools that offer student-athletic scholarships, each college is limited in when their scholarships are available and how many they have on offer. It is beneficial to contact us a year in advance, so that we can help you with the necessary preparation in your search for an appropriate college.

Benefits of the US College System

In today’s very competitive job market, a University education is becoming more and more a necessity. The cost of education is increasing in Australia, but a sporting scholarship from a college in the United States may, in many cases, provide a free education and also develop your athletic talents. The American College system includes athletes from many countries around the world. Many are internationally ranked juniors of Olympic standard. There are many colleges in the United States; one is certain to meet your needs and standards. Be part of a professionally run program. Experience the hype of college team sports and have a personal coach, fitness trainers and practice partners always available. You get to travel to various parts of the United States and have a wide variety of cultural experiences; and most important of all, you will receive a high standard of education.

Why deal with Collegiate Connections?

We are specialists in assisting you with the processes needed for you to locate a school that meets both your academic and sporting requirements. There are hundreds of Colleges in the US, one of which will most certainly meet your criteria, eg. geographical preference, academic needs, financial needs and playing standard. College coaches frequently view our website and contact players that they feel will benefit their school. If you love your sport and desire to both achieve an education and improve at your sport, then Collegiate Connections is your way to an experience of a lifetime.

Costs

The total cost of using the services of Collegiate Connections is $600 (AUS) as of Sept 1, 2007. The service offered includes: communication with athlete and parents, use of our website, e-mail communication with colleges, provision of information on college life and living overseas.

Other costs incurred by applicant: SAT test, Student visa application, Insurance (sometimes included), Flight Costs and Spending money.

Testimonials

After spending 5 months emailing coaches all over the USA, we were pleased just to get a reply, let alone an offer of an athletic scholarship. Then as luck would have it, we were given the name of Glen Kirstine and after the initial phone call, we never looked back. It was the best money we have ever spent! Within days we had a list of coaches who were looking for players and was soon receiving positive replies. Glen was a constant source of information and guidance throughout the whole process. He would ring or email almost every day to make sure we were on the right track. Within 2 months our son had a signed contract, excellent scholarship and all the paperwork in place ready to start in the August semester. We would never have thought this possible in such a short time, but with Glen’s contacts, sound advice and excellent feedback, our son has achieved his lifelong dream.

Thank you Glen

Margaret and Des Itzstein, Western Australia

As the director of the South African World of Tennis, I always use the service of Glen Kirstine (Collegiate Connections). Glen has been very efficient and is someone with integrity. He helps our players tremendously over the past few years.

Frans Cronje, South Africa

When it comes to US College tennis system, Glen has provided an outstanding service for our daughter. With his knowledge and easy manner he made a potentially daunting process seem straightforward. We have the utmost confidence in that Glen is putting the needs of the athlete first.

Lynton Franzi, South Australia