Financials
Planning for college in the United States goes beyond tuition. SSP helps players and families understand the upfront costs, annual college costs, scholarships, travel and what may apply to your situation.
Start Pathway AssessmentThese are the common pre-college costs families should be aware of before a player arrives on campus. Not every cost applies to every student, but it is important to plan properly.
Usually required for admission by many US colleges. Most students only need to take one.
Usually only required for students whose first language is not English.
Application fees vary by institution and are paid during the college application process.
Required for players competing at NCAA Division I, NCAA Division II, or NAIA level.
Some schools require international transcripts to be officially evaluated.
Includes the US student visa application and SEVIS processing fee.
Annual college costs
The figures below are typical annual cost areas before scholarships are applied. The actual amount varies by college, location, scholarship package, and whether the school is public or private.
Flights are not normally covered by scholarships. Students are usually responsible for flights to and from the United States, including holidays, breaks, and return travel.
We help you understand what costs may apply before and during college.
We help identify where athletic, academic, and international scholarships may reduce costs.
We help families think about the best return on investment, not just the biggest name school.
The US college pathway is planned in stages. Some costs happen before college, some are annual, and some may be reduced through scholarships. SSP helps you understand what applies to your situation.
Complete the SSP Pathway Assessment and we’ll review your background, goals, and potential fit before recommending the best next step.
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