Belonging to an American Ivy League university is a dream for any athlete. Discover how to turn your ambition into reality in University Soccer.

What is the Ivy League?

The Ivy League, an exclusive group of eight universities in the northeastern United States, represents the pinnacle of higher education. These institutions, such as Harvard, Yale and Princeton, are the oldest in the country and the ones who started the sports league. This select group includes the 15 best universities in the United States, which allows you to obtain unique opportunities, such as paid internships and having a network of high-level professionals.

The 8 Ivy League Universities

1. Harvard University
2. Cornell University
3. Columbia University
4. University of Pennsylvania
5. Dartmouth College
6. Yale University
7. Brown University
8. Princeton University

How to get into an Ivy League university?

Getting into one of the Ivy League universities is a challenge, only 5% of those who apply for admission arrive. As a Spanish or any international student, it is possible to enter with adequate preparation, with these steps to follow:

1. Comprehensive Preparation: Make sure you have all the necessary documents and spend time preparing for the entrance exams and essays.
2. Outstanding Academic Record: Maintain an outstanding academic record throughout high school to stand out to applicants.
3. Advance Planning: Start the process at least 18 months before the start of university to give yourself enough preparation time.
4. Exam Notes: Earn an SAT score over 1400 and over 100 points on the TOEFL exam as an international student.
5. Financial Preparation: Prepare to invest between $40,000 and $60,000 per academic year to cover tuition costs and other expenses, which would be between €38,000 and €56,000
6. Extracurricular Participation: Get involved in extracurricular activities to develop your skills and passions outside the classroom, to increase your academic resume, such as playing a sport, such as soccer.