When To Contact The College Rugby Coach

Some athletes and parents have the notion that if you are good enough, coaches will come to you. Unfortunately, that isn’t how recruiting works. Today’s recruiting game is all about being proactive. Student-athletes, especially seniors, should not sit around and wait for coaches to call or come to them.

Be proactive in the process and start early. Coaches like the persistence because it shows the prospective college rugby player is serious about playing at the next level.

Be studious. The better your grades and standardized test scores, the more options you will have. If you have both academic and athletic ability, your chances of getting into the college of your choice are enhanced, and your chances of enjoying the experience are too.

Do your research. The best way to find out whether a school is right for you is to take a campus visit, tour the facilities, watch a game. Research the college program you are interested in so you can tell the coach why you want to attend that college.

What are you doing to proactively pursue your dreams?

Tips for Prospective College Rugby Players from Coaches

1. How do you hear about players? How do they get on your "must contact" list?

We hear about players through club coaches, high school coaches, recommendations from officials, emails we receive from interested players and by our own evaluations.

2. What do you look for in a player? What catches your eye the most?

We look for talented rugby players who can compete physically at our level but also who have the psychological components that will allow them to develop and reach their potential (Work-ethic, competitiveness, focus, self-motivated).

3. When do you typically start looking for potential players?

Typically we will start watching potential student-athletes in their junior year, although the recruiting timeline is getting earlier. It is never too early, and rarely too late.

4. What is the worst thing a prospective player can do, that can make you stop the recruitment? The best thing?

The best thing a recruit can do is to express interest in the program, follow up with their schedule so we can evaluate them, send us their transcripts and be very proactive if they truly have an interest.

The worst thing a recruit can do is probably have grammatical errors/spelling errors in their email or to leave another coaches name on the email because they are sending out mass emails.

5. Do you ever look to social media sites (Facebook, Twitter) to find out about recruits?

We are starting to look at social media more to make sure there are no red flags.

6. Any advice for players just starting to evaluate potential college rugby programs?

My advice would be to talk with your high school or club coaches to get an idea of what level is realistic for you and then reach out to some of those programs to express interest. Do your research to find programs that best fit your academic and rugby goals.

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South Dakota

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Tennessee

Bryan College
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Lee University
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Salt Lake Community College
Snow College
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Utah Valley University
Weber State University

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Saint Michael's College
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Lord Fairfax Community College
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Old Dominion University
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Virginia Military Institute
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Washington, DC

American University
Catholic University of America
George Washington University
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West Virginia

Fairmont State University
Marshall University
West Virginia University
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Wisconsin

Marquette University
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University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
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University of Wisconsin, Platteville
University of Wisconsin, River Falls
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University of Wyoming

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Alabama

Auburn University
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Arizona State University
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University of Arkansas

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California Lutheran University
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Colorado

Colorado College
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University of Delaware

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Eckerd College
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Georgia

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Indiana

Ball State University
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Iowa

Iowa State University
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Kansas

Kansas State University
University of Kansas

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Kentucky

Eastern Kentucky University
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Louisiana

Louisiana State University
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Bates College
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Maryland

Salisbury University
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United States Naval Academy
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University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Washington College

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American International College
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Framingham State College
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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Mount Holyoke College
Northeastern University
Radcliffe College
Smith College
Springfield College
Stonehill College
Tufts University
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Wellesley College
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Westfield State University

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Calvin College
Central Michigan University
Davenport University
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Grand Valley State University
Michigan State University
Northern Michigan University
Saginaw Valley State University
University of Michigan
Wayne State University

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Concordia College
Gustavus Adolphus College
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Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Southwest Minnesota State University
St. Cloud State University
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University of Minnesota, Morris
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Missouri

Lindenwood University
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University of Missouri

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Nebraska

University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Wayne State College of Nebraska

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Nevada

University of Nevada, Reno

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Colby-Sawyer College
Dartmouth College
Franklin Pierce University
Keene State College
New England College
Plymouth State University
Saint Anselm College
University of New Hampshire

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Princeton University
Rutgers University
Seton Hall University
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New Mexico

New Mexico State University
University of New Mexico

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New York

Binghamton University
Colgate University
Cornell University
Fordham University
Geneseo State College
Hamilton College
Hofstra University
Ithaca College
LeMoyne College
Marist College
Molloy College
Mount St. Mary's University
New Paltz State University
Niagara University
Oneonta College
Oswego State University
Plattsburgh State University
Potsdam College
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Siena College
St. Bonaventure University
St. John Fisher College
Stony Brook University
SUNY Albany
SUNY Brockport
SUNY Cortland
Syracuse University
United States Military Academy
University of Buffalo
University of Rochester
Vassar College
William Smith College

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Appalachian State University
Duke University
East Carolina University
Elon University
Guilford College
North Carolina State University
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina, Charlotte
University of North Carolina, Greensboro
University of North Carolina, Wilmington
Wake Forest
Western Carolina University

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North Dakota

North Dakota State University
University of North Dakota

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Ohio

Ashland University
Bowling Green State University
Denison University
Kent State University
Kenyon College
Miami University
Notre Dame College
Oberlin College
Ohio Northern University
Ohio State University
Ohio University
Tiffin University
University of Cincinnati
University of Findlay

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Oklahoma

Oklahoma State University
University of Oklahoma

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Oregon

Lewis & Clark College
Oregon State University
Reed College
Southern Oregon University
University of Oregon
Western Oregon University
Willamette College

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Pennsylvania

Albright College
Allegheny College
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bryn Mawr College Haverford
Bucknell University
California University of Pennsylvania
Clarion University
Drexel University
East Stroudsburg University
Franklin & Marshall College
Gettysburg College
Grove City College
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Juniata College
Kutztown University
La Salle University
Lafayette College
Lebanon Valley College
Lehigh University
Lock Haven University
Millersville University
Muhlenberg College
Pennsylvania State University
Pittsburg State University
Shippensburg University
Slippery Rock University
Susquehanna University
Swarthmore College
Temple University
University of Pennsylvania
University of Pittsburgh
University of Scranton
Ursinus College
West Chester University
Widener University

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Rhode Island

Brown University
Bryant University
Providence College
Rhode Island College
Roger Williams University
Salve Regina University
University of of Rhode Island

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South Carolina

Clemson University
College of Charleston
Furman University
The Citadel
University of South Carolina

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South Dakota

Augustana College
South Dakota State University
University of South Dakota

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Tennessee

Lee University
Middle Tennessee State University
University of Memphis
University of of Tennessee, Chattanooga
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Vanderbilt University

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Texas

Sam Houston State University
Texas A&M University
Texas Christian University
Texas State University, San Marcos
Texas Tech University
University of Texas, Austin

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Utah

Brigham Young University
Southern Utah University
Utah State University
Utah Valley University

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Vermont

Castleton State College
Champlain College
Green Mountain College
Johnson State College
Lyndon State College
Middlebury College
Norwich University
Saint Michael's College
University of Vermont

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Virginia

College of William and Mary
George Mason University
James Madison University
Longwood University
Lord Fairfax Community College
Lynchburg College
Old Dominion University
Radford University
University of Mary Washington
University of Richmond
University of Virginia
Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Military Institute
Virginia Tech

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Washington

Central Washington University
Eastern Washington University
Seattle University
University of Washington
Washington State University
Western Washington University

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Washington, DC

American University
Catholic University of America
George Washington University
Georgetown University

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West Virginia

Marshall University
West Virginia University

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Wisconsin

Marquette University
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse
University of Wisconsin, Madison
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
University of Wisconsin, Platteville
University of Wisconsin, River Falls
University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
University of Wisconsin, Parkside
University of Wisconsin, Stout

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Wyoming

University of Wyoming

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Show Me The Money!

As you and your family continue to search for your “Best Fit” college, no doubt the cost of each institution weighs heavily into that decision. With the cost of college continuing to grow every year and the amount of financial aid dimishing, students, you must be responsible and be a key part of the conversation in figuring out how much you and your family can afford.

Every college is required to have a “Net Price Calculator” on their website so families can get a “Estimated Total Cost of Attendance” as a starting point. Use this tool to your advantage!

Once you have a rough estimate of how much a university will cost, consider how you plan to contribute to your higher education and don’t forget to take into account things such as those “personal expenses” such as your cell phone or internet bill, rugby team dues, or going out for meals. How do you plan to cover these costs? Do you plan to have a job or partake in a Work-Study program? Do you plan to apply for many scholarships?

Start by being realistic about you and your family’s income and budget (over four years, not just one! as well as considering your expected earnings after you graduate. Do not take on loans that you will not be able to pay back!

Bottom line: don’t dismiss a college simply because of its sticker price. Do the calculations and see what is best for your family’s financial needs.

Financial Aid starts with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
With this one application you can apply for financial aid at multiple colleges and from multiple funding sources (federal, state, institutional, and private providers of assistance).

FAFSA Tutorials

WHEN TO COMPLETE YOUR FAFSA:

Fill out the FAFSA once for each academic year that you will attend school. The earlier you do it, the better! Many scholarships have January deadlines so the sooner you begin the search, the better your opportunities. Ideally students should begin searching for scholarships during the middle of their junior year. The financial aid application process is separate from the admissions application process!

WHO AWARDS FINANCIAL AID PACKAGES:

The U.S. Government.

The FAFSA is the application form for these programs.

Your State.

Almost every state has at least one grant or scholarship available to residents, and many have a long list of student aid programs. Eligibility is usually restricted to state residents attending a college in-state, but that is not always the case. There are annual deadlines for most programs (if you miss a deadline, be sure to try again next year). Click here for a map of the United States with links to State Financial Aid Programs.

Your College, University, or Vocational School.

Your college or university financial aid office will use the information from your FAFSA to determine your eligibility for federal and state programs. Most schools have their own financial aid programs and will use your FAFSA results. Contact the college financial office to learn what kind of aid they may offer, whether you need to fill out any forms besides the FAFSA, and what the deadlines are.

Private Sources.

Some independent scholarship programs accept the FAFSA, but most require their own forms. Many of these scholarships are not based on financial need. This is the kind of financial aid you usually need to track down on your own. A scholarship search engine can help you find and submit applications to scholarship programs.

THREE MAIN TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID:

Grants and Scholarships.

Grants do not need to be repaid and you do not need to work to earn them. Grand aid comes from federal and state governments and from individual colleges. Scholarships are usually awarded based on merit.

Work.

Student employment and work-study aid helps students pay for education costs, supplies and personal expenses. Work-study is a federal program that provides students with part-time employment to hep them meet their financial needs and give them work experience.

Loans.

Most financial aid comes in the form of loans to student or parents, aid which must be repaid. Most loans that are awarded based on financial need are low-interest loans sponsored by the federal government so no interest accres until you begin repayment after graduation.

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How Important Are Standardized Tests?

There are many pieces of the college application that the admissions department will use to decide whether or not to admit you to their school. One of the most influential parts will be your standardized test scores; either the SAT or the ACT. Make sure you study and prepare adequately for this test.

Many schools will “Super Score,” meaning they take the highest scores in each section from different test dates to create the highest composite score. Therefore, it is in your best interest to take a test more than once to increase your chances of a higher score.

**Note: Many four-year institutions have additional testing requirements. Please refer to the college catalog for accurate and complete information.

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