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Intensive Soccer Training • European Exposure • Continued Academic Development
PlayAbroad’s Gap Year program in Europe provides athletes a chance to improve their soccer resume through an intensive season of international soccer training; all while immersing themselves in diferent European cultures and playing styles. This soccer experience is perfect for players preparing for college trials, scholarships, or professional pathways.
PlayAbroad’s network of University soccer partners spans across 22+ countries including the United Kingdom, Spain, France, and more!
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 programs 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.
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Absolutely! Every PlayAbroad program integrates a balanced study schedule. High School, University, and Gap Year athletes receive structured academic support, tutoring options, and guidance to maintain NCAA eligibility if needed.
All PlayAbroad athletes live in supervised on-campus dorms or verified student accommodations that are located near an academy or club’s training facilities.
Absolutely. Gap Year Programs offer intensive training environments, match experience, and academic continuity while maintaining NCAA eligibility.
Yes. A highlight video or match footage is mandatory. Coaches abroad cannot evaluate your level or offer scholarship-based financial ranges without seeing you play. If you need guidance on what to include, our team can help.
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