GET READY FOR YOUR FUTURE! University placement service in US Universities for footballers American University coaches are continuously looking for high level European footballers to strengthen their soccer squads. Athletic scholarships are commonly given to European players who have extensive experience and ability. IFX helps European players find opportunities to study and play in the USA! OUR SERVICES University Player profile placement & video service in US preparation Universities Support of Marketing of TOEFEL & player to US SAT/ACT Universities testing phase Advisement Assisting in during University pursuit of selection process scholarship opportunities REQUIREMENTS High school graduates or current University students 17 – 21 years old English language proficiency Previous experience playing Youth Bundesliga, Regionalliga, Oberliga/Bayernliga, Landesliga or Bezirksliga Men’s Regionalliga, Oberliga/Bayernliga, Landesliga or Bezirksliga APPLICATION PROCEDURE: INTERNATIONAL FUTBOL X-CHANGE Complete the entire application and return the original copy to IFX. Applications will not be accepted unless they are complete and all attachments included. Please print legibly in blue or blank ink. Make a copy of the application for your own records, and we recommend using a traceable carrier service such as certified USPS, DHL, or FedEx for shipment. We recommend that you keep a folder with copies of all documents related to your exchange program. Required Attachments: • $1250 Enrollment deposit: This deposit is set towards Phase I services. It should be made payable to IFX via wire transfer. IFX also accepts payment by VISA or MasterCard via our online registration platform. Do not forget to include your name on the payment. Payment made by credit card are subJect to a 3% transaction fee. • Copy of your passport: Please include a photocopy of your valid passport. If you do not have a passport yet, apply for it now. A copy of your passport will be accepted later. • Copy of your player resume • Links to player videos if available Application Tips: • Application Agreement: Read thoroughly and familiarize yourself with the policies of the IFX program described in the program agreement at the end of the application. It is necessary that you and your parents fully understand this information and sign the agreement prior to acceptance to the IFX program. The rules have been established to create a safe, enjoyable, and successful program for you. • Make sure that your IFX application has been completed neatly and entirely. Double-check to make sure that all of the required attachments and signatures have been accounted for. Services Include: PHASE I – STUDENT PRE-QUALIFICATION • Assist Player with professional and soccer CV preparation • Collection of preliminary documentation and information in order to determine Player’s eligibility for University enrollment and NCAA competition • Determine Player’s eligibility for potential competition in the NCAA • Comprehensive analysis of Player’s English language level • Video Material – If player is deemed preliminarily eligible to study at a US University, IFX assists Player with the compilation of a highlight video if not otherwise available. Cost for shooting and editing videos are charged at 45 Euros / hour plus travel charges in case of shooting. PHASE II – MARKETING TO UNIVERSITY COACHES • Marketing of Student to various relevant US University coaches, at IFX’s sole discretion, fitting the Student’s playing and academic profile with appropriate Universities. • IFX shall act as the communication partner between the University coaches and the Student, communicating information and feedback from both sides. • Assist with organization and scheduling of phone interviews with coaches and the Student. • Assist with scheduling of any recruiting visits of the Student to any given US University for the purpose of both Student and University to determine their interest in a possible enrollment opportunity. Recruiting visits are not mandatory in many cases. Travel arrangements and expenses of recruitment visits shall not be organized by IFX, unless agreed upon separately. • Support and guidance for visa application process for recruiting visits. Student must apply on their own and IFX shall provide Student with guidance and whenever necessary supporting documentation confirming invitation for recruiting visits PHASE III – UNIVERSITY APPLICATION PREPARATION • Assistance with application for standardized tests: TOEFL; SAT/ACT or GMAT/GRE • 6 hours of test preparation for SAT/ACT or GMAT/GRE tests • Assistance with formal University applications (University application fees paid separately – generally cost about $300 - $400). ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4847 HOPYARD RD. STE. 4, #113, PLEASANTON, CA 94588 USA n TEL: 510.599.GOAL n FAX: 925.461.1832 n WWW.IFXSOCCER.COM PHASE IV – UNI SELECTION PROCESS, ENROLLMENT, SCHOLARSHIP OFFERS AND FORMAL ACCEPTANCE • IFX shall communicate to the Student full details of any and all offers from any University which has given a firm and official offer to the Student for either enrollment in their University, enrollment in their University and opportunity to play for the University team, or otherwise. • IFX shall communicate to the Student the financial requirements for enrolling into any University which has provided the Student with an offer. If any scholarships are being offered to the Student, IFX will provide full details of the scholarship offer. • IFX shall communicate on behalf of the Student to the University any acceptance of enrollment offers and/or scholarship offers. IFX shall communicate to the Student any updates, amendments or information given to IFX from the University as it pertains to the Student’s potential enrollment into the University. • Phase IV services shall be considered complete at the time the University sends an official letter of acceptance to the student or to IFX who will forward to the Student. Payment is required for Phase IV regardless of whether the enrollment is accepted by the Student or not. IFX shall then transition the Student to work together directly with the University’s enrollment and admissions department, and coaching staff to ensure the Student is in touch directly with the University’s responsible parties for managing the Student’s admission, student visa, travel and/or any other details necessary for the successful eventual enrollment and participation of the Student at the University. Prerequisites: • Ages: 18+ • Players must be currently competing at a competitive level of soccer in their state or country. • High School graduate • English language proficiency • Must demonstrate strong academic record and interest in foreign culture. Fees and Expenses • $1250 non-refundable deposit payment required with Student’s application and to cover services detailed in Phase I of this Agreement • $1500 non-refundable payment to be paid prior to commencement of services detailed in Phase II of this Agreement • $1500 non-refundable payment to be paid prior to commencement of services detailed in Phase III of this Agreement • $2000 non-refundable payment to be paid immediately after Student receives the final place of study confirmation from the school. This payment shall only be required if the Student receives at least one offer for enrollment and playing opportunity with any given school and is irrespective of whether or not any scholarship money is being offered. • $1500 recurring annual fee for each subsequent year of Student’s enrollment in the University following Year 1. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4847 HOPYARD RD. STE. 4, #113, PLEASANTON, CA 94588 USA n TEL: 510.599.GOAL n FAX: 925.461.1832 n WWW.IFXSOCCER.COM INTERNATIONAL FUTBOL X-CHANGE PLAYER APPLICATION All sections of this application must be completely filled out before consideration for acceptance in the program. Missing information will delay your acceptance. Please type neatly or print using black or blue ink. Program: Choice 1: Choice 2: Choice 3: Nearest International Airport to your home: ______________________ Player Family Name/Legal Name First Name Nickname Sex (M/F) Street Address City State Country of Residence Zip Code Date of Birth (day/mo/year) City of Birth Country of Birth Citizenship Home Telephone Email Address Current Team Current League Position Alternate Position Previous Team Previous League Accomplishments Parents/Legal Guardians Natural Father’s Name/Legal Guardian Natural Mother’s Name/Legal Guardian Address Address Occupation Business Telephone Occupation Business Telephone Home Telephone Emergency Telephone Home Telephone Emergency Phone Email Email ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4847 HOPYARD RD. STE. 4, #113, PLEASANTON, CA 94588 USA n TEL: 510.599.GOAL n FAX: 925.461.1832 n WWW.IFXSOCCER.COM Family Data Player lives with: Both parents Mother only Father only Other: Parents are: Married Divorced Separated Other: Emergency Contact Telephone Other Family Members Name Age Sex Living at home? Education Year of entry into Grade school: Name of Grade school/s: Type of secondary education/school: Name of secondary school: Current grade level: High school diploma: Yes No Month/Year received: Post Secondary Education: Yes No Please provide details: TOEFEL exam taken: