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Intensive Soccer Training • European Exposure • Continued Academic Development
PlayAbroad’s Gap Year program in Europe gives players an intensive season of development in Europe. Our Gap Year in Europe programs combine daily training, full-season competition, and structured living so athletes can improve technically, tactically, and physically while maintaining academic progress.
Ideal for players preparing for college trials, scholarships, or professional pathways, our placements prioritize welfare, exposure, and measurable development.
Our gap year soccer placements play 40–60 competitive matches across league, cup, and showcase fixtures.
Train daily under UEFA and FIFA-licensed coaches who mirror the coaching philosophies of elite soccer academies and soccer schools.
Adapt to diverse playing styles by living and training alongside teammates from over 30+ nationalities
Participate in high-visibility showcases with a chance to get scouted by club representatives, coaches, and college recruiters through our established international network.
Safety and welfare are central to our soccer abroad experiences.
All PlayAbroad athletes live in supervised, on-campus accommodations or verified student residences close to training venues to all our athletes.
Our Gap Year program partners provide round-the-clock assistance, welfare checks, and pastoral care so athletes can focus on performance.
All players follow a professional routine combining education, recovery, and training within a dedicated student-athlete environment.
All PlayAbroad partners have on-site medical staff, emergency plans, and clear communication channels to parents and PlayAbroad advisors.
Even while taking your Gap Year soccer abroad, PlayAbroad ensures that your academic journey never pauses.
All Gap Year partners integrate flexible coursework and study plans within your soccer schedule, keeping athletes aligned with their educational goals and supporting their future college entry.
Our European Gap Year programs offer classes in English. For those eager to immerse themselves further, optional local language courses are available to enhance both cultural and personal development.
PlayAbroad’s experienced advisors support your smooth return to college life in the U.S. after your Gap Year. We guide you through course selection and academic credit management to preserve NCAA eligibility.
We understand that studying and playing soccer abroad requires careful financial planning. That’s why all our international soccer options offer clear pricing ranges and internal scholarship options.
Our Gap Year Program is all-inclusive, meaning you don’t have to worry about extra costs like groceries, housing, or day-to-day expenses.
We propose budget ranges tailored to your soccer profile, academic goals, and assessment results. We help determine the most cost-effective university soccer pathway for your ambitions.
More than 90% of our players receive Internal soccer scholarships based on performance and academic standing
Your college soccer journey will continuously evolve, and we’ll be with you every step of the way. We provide a dedicated International Placer for any academic or soccer-related concerns at an international soccer school.
Join hundreds of student-athletes developing at elite international soccer schools
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