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wesquinzani
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
Do most athletes stay in college for four years?
Do people get recruited out of college early or do they usually stay four years, or more?
wesquinzani
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
Do I get special academic privileges as an athlete at university?
Is life better when you’re an athlete? Will my classes be better or easier? Do I get earlier sign-up? I’m just wondering what the difference is compared to regular students! Thanks!
wesquinzani
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
What is like to play varsity lacrosse?
I’m thinking about applying as a student athlete for lacrosse - what is day-to-day life like? Thanks!
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
Do student-athletes share living spaces with other athletes at Ivy league colleges or is it randomised between all students?
I would love to learn about this.
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
What are some of the difficulties of being a student-athlete?
Do student-athletes receive guidance if they are under a heavy workload?
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
How does NCAA Field Hockey compare to New Zealand hockey?
I’m an aspiring player in New Zealand - how good do I need to be to play in the U.S.?
m.li
Athletics ( High School / University )
Life as a college athlete
Will I be expelled if I was admitted as an athlete but stop playing sport?
I am deciding whether to apply as an athlete or a regular student. I don’t plan on playing my sport professionally, but it could help me get into a better school. Is it possible to drop the sport with...
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