About us
Broaden your horizons Live. Study. Play. Abroad.
At PlayAbroad we are about more than just placing student athletes — we are about opening the doors to the world at large. We know from our own experience that one never knows where the journey might lead.
At PlayAbroad we believe learning happens both within the classroom and beyond. When you cross boundaries. On and off the field. Win or loose, playing abroad is about discovery. Languages, communities, cultures, cuisines and most importantly, learning about yourself. If you’re curious, PlayAbroad is your link to the challenge, adventure and growth you are looking for.
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WHAT WE DO
Let us inspire you
Build a strong base
At PlayAbroad we develop connections and identify opportunities for you through our network of universities, collegiate teams, local leagues, pro and semi-pro clubs. Whether you’re looking for an undergraduate degree, graduate school, or a foreign language-year program — we are ready to be your guide.
Make new connections
If you don’t know where to go or what to do, let us inspire you. No matter your interests or level. If you have a dream, share it with us and we’ll help you make it happen.
Every step of the way
We’ll tell you where to be and when to show up. All you have to do is walk through the door and seize the day. Choose PlayAbroad, pack your bags, and get ready for the journey of a life time!
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Yes and No. While PlayAbroad is partnered with universities across Europe, we do not have the ability to offer direct scholarships to our clients. However, as a client, once you have boiled your school search down to your top 3 universities, your PAguide will connect you directly to a school-representative that can help guide you to potential scholarship options. Whether you are seeking academic or sports scholarship possibilities, each school-representative will know exactly what their specific school offers, what you qualify for, and how to apply. From there, your PAguide will walk you through the application process for any scholarships you may qualify for.
The short answer is yes! That being said, every school and every country offer a different educational landscape, where costs can vary tremendously. Some countries offer free education to European students and close-to-free study options for Americans, while other areas of Europe may have similar educational costs to that of a state-funded university in the USA. The cool thing is that PlayAbroad can help guide you to the right university that fits your specific budget.
Yes! In fact, almost all the schools that PlayAbroad works with are FAFSA eligible. When exploring for schools here, you can select a given school and it will say whether it is FAFSA eligible or not. Furthermore, once you become a client, your PAguide will walk you through the student aid process in accordance to the specific school(s) you are interested in.
This will all depend on the country and city you decide to PlayAbroad in. Similar to the USA – where a coffee in NYC will cost you much more than a coffee in Asheville, NC – so too will a coffee (or housing) be more expensive in Paris, France than that of Bremen, Germany. The good news is that your PAguide will help you understand living costs specific to cities of your choice. Whether you live on campus in London, or off campus in Amsterdam, your PAguide (along with the school-representative) will outline what to expect in terms of living costs.
Yes! Of course, in the UK and Ireland you will be able to study in English, but other parts of Europe offer this option as well. For example, many of the universities in Germany and Holland offer English-taught study options. When exploring universities here you can click into a specific university, and it will tell you if there are degrees offered in English. Once you become a client, your PAguide will be able to assist you in finding the right English-taught opportunity for you.
Visa requirements are subject to the country with which you chose to PlayAbroad in. For example, you will need a student visa to live and study in Germany – but in Ireland you do not need a visa at all.
When it comes to acquiring a visa, your PAguide will walk you step-by-step through the given country’s requirements and support you in all documentation needed. So, while PlayAbroad does not get your visa for your – we do act as your guide throughout the entire process.
PlayAbroad offers 3 options:
- Bachelor’s degree Programs: depending on program and location, expected time to graduation is 3-4 years.
- Post-Graduate Degree Programs: depending on program and location, expected time to graduate is 1-2 years.
- Language Learning Program: 1 year
Once you have selected the university that you will attend in Europe, your PAguide will support you in setting up tryouts with club/professional teams in your area. In Europe, whether you play in the 1 st division or the 8 th division, you are still considered to be playing in the professional circuit. If your team wins your league, you will be promoted to a higher league, and by climbing the ladder – eventually make it to the professional level.
Similar to the climbing the ladder effect of European club teams, it will be completely up to you as to which team/league you try out for and which team/league you play in. The cream rises to the top, and while PlayAbroad can
guide you to opportunities – your skills and level of play will be the deciding factor in what team(s) you can play for.
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