Soccer
at university
Elite Athletes was founded in 2010 with the mission of guiding young soccer players to U.S. universities and securing scholarships for them. In 2014, the agency reached a major milestone by partnering with the French Football Federation to launch FFFUSA. This groundbreaking initiative made Elite Athletes the first agency to collaborate with a national federation to offer young players a true “second chance,” helping reduce early dropouts and placing talent in the U.S. FFFUSA quickly rose to become the global leader in college soccer placement.
Eliott otmani
Théophile georgen
Sami Gliguem
Jeanne Houchami
Hugo blanckaert
Adama Tall
Azédine Maazouzi
Elite Athletes Soccer:
an Exclusive Partnership and
Key Figures
FFF
Sole partner of the French Football Federation - FFF USA
1,200
Student athletes placed in American universities
15 years
experience
The program, created through a partnership between the French Football Federation (FFF) and Elite Athletes, offers young soccer players a unique opportunity: a second chance to pursue their sporting careers while earning a university degree. With the support of a dedicated team experienced in both sport and education, players receive personalized guidance to succeed on and off the field.
Becoming a professional after university: what are the chances?
American universities offer the perfect environment to combine high-level sport and academics. With major competitions like the NCAA championships attracting national attention, many players get spotted by professional clubs. This unique system allows you to develop as an athlete while earning a degree, giving you a dual opportunity: succeed on the field or build a future beyond sport. It’s an ambitious path for driven, goal-oriented players.
What can a University Scholarship include?
University scholarships can cover all or part of the tuition, housing, and meals, depending on whether they are full or partial awards.
They may also include expenses such as travel, sports equipment, and medical care. These scholarships provide valuable support, allowing players to fully focus on their studies and athletic performance.
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a member and founder of
International Alliance
We launched the “International Alliance” in partnership with a select group of elite European college sports recruiters to support top international prospects from American universities in securing recruitment into Major League Soccer (MLS).
Read the testimonials
from former student-athletes
who left for the US!
