College Admissions for the High School Athlete

by Disalvo, Jack; Digeronimo, Theresa Foy

• ISBN13: 9780816044078
• ISBN10: 0816044074
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-05-01
• Publisher: Facts on File

Summary

Provides guidelines to help high school athletes through the college admissions process, including information on recruiters and coaches, eligibility requirements, campus visits, and financial aid.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	vii
Introduction	ix
Setting Realistic and Concrete Goals	1	(12)
Examining the Good and the Bad	2	(1)
Getting Started Early	3	(3)
Learning to Focus on One Sport	6	(1)
Evaluating Your Skill	7	(4)
Taking the Road Less Traveled	11	(2)
Getting Exposure	13	(12)
Athletic Camps	14	(2)
Leagues and Tournaments	16	(1)
Putting It All Together	17	(1)
Choosing the Right Program	18	(5)
Finding the Fine Line	23	(2)
Matching Athletics and Academics	25	(18)
Selection Guidelines	26	(2)
Five Factors to Consider	28	(7)
Athletic Goals	35	(5)
Matching Schools and Athletes	40	(3)
Contacting College Coaches	43	(16)
Your Resume	44	(6)
Timing	50	(2)
Videotapes	52	(3)
Athletic Placement Services	55	(4)
Understanding Athletic Rules and Regulations	59	(22)
The Purpose of Regulations	60	(1)
Infractions and Penalties	60	(4)
Athletic Associations	64	(14)
Be Smart---Be Safe	78	(3)
Taking a Campus Visit	81	(14)
Learning More About the College	82	(1)
Timing Your Visits	83	(2)
Visiting the College Coach	85	(2)
Visiting an Admissions Officer	87	(1)
Visiting a Faculty Member	88	(1)
Visiting a Student Athlete	89	(1)
Following the Rules	89	(3)
Your Parents and the Interview Process	92	(1)
A Word of Advice	93	(2)
Compiling an Application Packet	95	(18)
Your Best Shot	96	(2)
Sending for the Application Packet	98	(1)
Staying Organized	98	(1)
The Student Section	99	(4)
The Guidance Counselor Section	103	(1)
Teacher Recommendations	103	(2)
From Start to Finish	105	(2)
Timing	107	(2)
The Senior Slide	109	(4)
Finding Financial Aid	113	(18)
The Pros and Cons of Athletic Scholarships	114	(3)
The Facts About Athletic Scholarships	117	(1)
NCAA Athletic Scholarships	117	(4)
NAIA Athletic Scholarships	121	(1)
Admission ``Scholarships''	122	(1)
Questions to Ask About Athletic Scholarships	123	(1)
Other Sources of Financial Aid	123	(5)
Compare and Save	128	(3)
Making the Final Decision	131	(10)
Selection Criteria	132	(1)
The Athletic Program	133	(1)
An Unhappy Fit	134	(1)
The Final Choice	135	(2)
Confirm Your Decision	137	(1)
The National Letter of Intent Program	138	(2)
Good Luck	140	(1)
Finding Alternate Routes to College Athletics	141	(14)
Two-Year Colleges	142	(7)
Prep Schools	149	(2)
Walk-ons	151	(1)
Club Sports	152	(1)
Intramural Athletics	153	(2)
Appendix---Sports Associations	155	(6)
For Specific Sports	155	(3)
For General Information	158	(3)
Index	161

Excerpts

Praise for the previous edition: The authors present exceptional organizational and planning skills for the prospective college applicant.—Booklist
This is a book which should be read by every high school counselor and coach.—RQ
For all college-bound athletes—not just the superstars—wrestling with the difficult task of getting a quality education at an affordable price, here is the definitive guide through the maze of higher education.
Drawing on personal anecdotes from college athletes, as well as advice from over fifty college coaches and recruiters, the book explains how to launch a successful career as a student/athlete on the collegiate level. Topics include setting goals, identifying the right schools, finding financial aid, and alternate routes to college athletics.
The revised edition covers:
Updated information about athletic camps and financial aid Information on contacting college coaches
Changes in the NCAA regulations
The role of technology in the application process, including videotape and the Internet
New rules for making the final decision
An updated listing of sports associations
New case studies.