Baseball

Over 1,700 universities in the USA offer scholarships for baseball players that would like to combine baseball with their studies. College baseball is the way to become a better baseball player, to develop, train and compete in an environment surrounded by other dedicated student-athletes.

In addition, you will earn a university degree which will lay the foundation for a successful career. Many college baseball players see playing in college as a pathway to professional baseball career.

How does college baseball work?

College baseball is a bit different than “regular” baseball; in organisation and in atmosphere. You don’t play for a club team, but for a university team. This is the highest possible competition for junior players out of the United States.

On average, a team consists of 35 players, with whom you will train almost every day. Your team will compete against other university teams in your conference and on a national level. The ultimate goal? Winning the conference! This means you will qualify for the national championships, where only the best teams in the US can play.

The biggest difference between college baseball and regular baseball is the atmosphere during games. Baseball is one of the biggest sports in the US and many fans come to watch every single game. Teammates and fans are extremely loud, support each other and create chants to hype everyone up. Don’t be surprised if thousands of fans show up at a game and start screaming for (or against) you: the energy level is very high!

College baseball fun & facts

Did you know that…

• In college baseball it is more common to move directly to the MLB from a junior college?
• One of the largest college stadium in the US have more than 24.000 seats?
• Boys in the US sometimes start searching for baseball scholarships when they are 12 years old?
• When you your college team wins the College World Series, you will be crowned as the national champion?
• A large portion of the NCAA Division 1 players turns pro after their college careers?

The college baseball system is divided into seven different divisions. Each division offers its own unique culture and experience and has different degrees of competitiveness. Slamstox helps baseball players with international experience but also helps regionally active players.

Based on your level and ambitions we will select a division and a university that best fits your profile.

Academic requirements

To play college baseball you have to graduate high school. Depending on your country and your academic background, we can select a university and a college baseball pathway that fits your academic standard.

American universities offer a wide range of courses catered towards different education levels. So, as long as you meet the requirements, we will be able to help you find a university that matches your level and your area of interest. Are you not sure whether you meet the requirements? Feel free to contact us.

Scholarships

Studying at an American university can cost up to $75,000 per year. However, almost all universities with a baseball team offer athletic (and academic) scholarships to cover these costs.

Slamstox helps you find scholarships so that your college baseball experience will be financially affordable. Some Slamstox players receive full scholarships, which means they do not have to pay anything for four years of college baseball and studies. Others receive partial scholarships that cover part of the total cost of attendance. Your scholarship depends on your athletic level, academic level, wishes and ambitions.

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Slamstox guides you and your parents through the complete process of becoming a college baseball player and we help you find baseball and academic scholarships at a university in the United States.

We create your full (online) player profile and use our extensive network of over 2,000 college baseball coaches to find a university that matches your level, wishes and requirements.

Additionally, we create your college recruiting video, organize tournaments, showcases and practices, and we help set up a personalized plan which will put you on the radar of college coaches who are looking for new players.

Career opportunities after college baseball

After you finish your four years of college baseball, there are many different opportunities for you to pursue, either on or off the court. Some of the best college players choose a professional career, while others focus on a career in their field of study (business, healthcare, technology, politics, etc).

Did you know that Slamstox can help you find a job after your college career in the US?

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