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NCSA offers customizable resources and coaching in college recruiting along with development from IMG Academy+.

4.1 million+

Total NCSA Athlete Profile Views by College Coaches in 2023

82%+

College athletic programs that have had an NCSA athlete on their rosters

40,000+

College Coaches on NCSA’s Platform

30,000+

NCSA Athlete College Commitments in 2023

All the Tools You Need to Achieve Your Goals

NCSA, the largest recruiting platform in the world, is a proud part of IMG Academy, the world leader in sports education and development. Together, we offer athletes and families all the tools they need to succeed.

College Recruiting

Developmental Coaching

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COLLEGE RECRUITING

NCSA makes it easy for athletes to get noticed by college coaches. Members can directly message coaches, search for colleges that fit their preferences, upload highlight videos and transcripts and more.

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Developmental Coaching

Become a better athlete and gain skills that extend beyond sports with the help of the experts at IMG Academy. Access on-demand drills, workshops and courses with IMG Academy+ Essentials and one-on-one coaching to empower student-athletes in the biggest moments.

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NCSA vs Do-It-Yourself

You could DIY your college recruitment, but most families don’t have the time to devote toward everything necessary to get the results they desire. That is why thousands of parents, athletes and coaches trust the knowledge, expertise and proven success that NCSA’s college recruiting services offer.

		Do-It-Yourself
Athlete profile on the #1 recruiting platform
Exposure to the largest network of college coaches*
College search tool to search and save colleges in one place*
Get matched with and promoted to your best-fit colleges*
Personalized Recruiting and Developmental Coaching from leading experts*
See when college coaches open your direct message*

*Available with premium memberships

How Does NCSA Work?

Recruiting Coach Heather Evans offers an overview on the recruiting process and the recruiting and developmental coaching available when you sign up for an NCSA profile.

Aubrey Sands, Senior Group Recruiting Coach | Volleyball

I am a Chicagoland native and former NCSA Student-athlete who grew up playing all different sports but fell in love with Volleyball at age 11. Being tall for my age, middle hitter was the obvious position for me, but when I stopped growing around age 15, I knew I would have to change positions if I wanted to compete at the Division 1 level. During my 16’s season, I was moved down to the second team, where I worked hard to become a successful rightside attacker. After one season of training, I was promoted back to the 1st team (Open...

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Jordan W.

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Former Division 3 football player and coach
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Lexis E.

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Davide H.

Senior Recruiting Coach

Former Division 3 baseball player.
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Emily W.

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NCSA Helped More Than 30,000 Student-Athletes Commit To Play Their Sport In College in 2023


“I went from being off the radar to getting attention from college coaches from the D3-D1 level.” Earl Class of 2025 \| Football	“Coach Sue was terrific.” Kate Class of 2028 \| Softball

“I would never be able to navigate the college hockey landscape by myself.” Charlie Class of 2026 \| Men’s Ice Hockey
	“I have gotten so many college looks and would definitely recommend NCSA to anyone!” Avelina Class of 2025 \| Women’s Basketball


“NCSA was with me every step of the recruiting process.” Reegan Class of 2024 \| Women’s Volleyball	“I have gotten so many opportunities I wouldn’t have gotten on my own.” Logan Class of 2028 \| Men’s Basketball


“I went from being off the radar to getting attention from college coaches from the D3-D1 level.” Earl Class of 2025 \| Football	“Coach Sue was terrific.” Kate Class of 2028 \| Softball

“I would never be able to navigate the college hockey landscape by myself.” Charlie Class of 2026 \| Men’s Ice Hockey
	“I have gotten so many college looks and would definitely recommend NCSA to anyone!” Avelina Class of 2025 \| Women’s Basketball


“NCSA was with me every step of the recruiting process.” Reegan Class of 2024 \| Women’s Volleyball	“I have gotten so many opportunities I wouldn’t have gotten on my own.” Logan Class of 2028 \| Men’s Basketball


“I went from being off the radar to getting attention from college coaches from the D3-D1 level.” Earl Class of 2025 \| Football	“Coach Sue was terrific.” Kate Class of 2028 \| Softball

“I would never be able to navigate the college hockey landscape by myself.” Charlie Class of 2026 \| Men’s Ice Hockey
	“I have gotten so many college looks and would definitely recommend NCSA to anyone!” Avelina Class of 2025 \| Women’s Basketball


“NCSA was with me every step of the recruiting process.” Reegan Class of 2024 \| Women’s Volleyball	“I have gotten so many opportunities I wouldn’t have gotten on my own.” Logan Class of 2028 \| Men’s Basketball


“I went from being off the radar to getting attention from college coaches from the D3-D1 level.” Earl Class of 2025 \| Football	“Coach Sue was terrific.” Kate Class of 2028 \| Softball

“I would never be able to navigate the college hockey landscape by myself.” Charlie Class of 2026 \| Men’s Ice Hockey
	“I have gotten so many college looks and would definitely recommend NCSA to anyone!” Avelina Class of 2025 \| Women’s Basketball


“NCSA was with me every step of the recruiting process.” Reegan Class of 2024 \| Women’s Volleyball	“I have gotten so many opportunities I wouldn’t have gotten on my own.” Logan Class of 2028 \| Men’s Basketball


“I went from being off the radar to getting attention from college coaches from the D3-D1 level.” Earl Class of 2025 \| Football	“Coach Sue was terrific.” Kate Class of 2028 \| Softball

“I would never be able to navigate the college hockey landscape by myself.” Charlie Class of 2026 \| Men’s Ice Hockey
	“I have gotten so many college looks and would definitely recommend NCSA to anyone!” Avelina Class of 2025 \| Women’s Basketball


“NCSA was with me every step of the recruiting process.” Reegan Class of 2024 \| Women’s Volleyball	“I have gotten so many opportunities I wouldn’t have gotten on my own.” Logan Class of 2028 \| Men’s Basketball

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NCSA is Built for Athletes, College Coaches and Club & High School Coaches

STUDENT-ATHLETES

Build Your Best Future

Gain building blocks and knowledge that help in and out of sports and step by step guidance through your recruiting journey.

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COLLEGE COACHES

Recruit Your Best Team

Find, track and communicate with athletes that are the right fit for your program.

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CLUB & HS COACHES

Help Your Athletes Get To The Next Level

Give your athletes everything they need to reach their potential on your team and at the next level.

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Questions? We’ve Got Answers

What is NCSA and what does NCSA do?

NCSA College Recruiting is a team of more than 1,100 experts—mostly former college athletes and coaches—that helps student-athletes and their families navigate the college recruiting process. We provide a range of services to help student-athletes find the right college program for their academic and athletic goals. Learn more about NCSA.

Why do I need a college recruiting service like NCSA?

Becoming a collegiate athlete takes a lot of time and effort. Managing your own recruitment is possible, but many families find they don’t have enough time to do it effectively. That’s why thousands of parents, athletes, and coaches turn to NCSA for its proven expertise and successful track record in guiding the recruitment process. Sign up for free today!

Does NCSA help with athletic scholarships?

Yes, NCSA can help. Finding scholarships can be a challenge, and knowing which ones you are eligible for can be even more difficult to figure out. We have scholarship resources to help you find the best opportunities, like our guide to athletic scholarships which includes everything you need to know about athletic scholarship offers and tips for getting them. Or you can search athletic scholarships here.

How much does NCSA cost?

Creating an online recruiting profile with NCSA is completely free. You will get access to over 40,000 college coaches actively searching for recruits, helpful recruiting content and expert advice, and free use of our interactive college search map. In addition, we provide several options to upgrade to some of our premium plans. View our membership page for more information.