NAIA WHAT TO ASK

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NAIA what to ask

The NAIA understands that the decision to attend a specific institution can be complicated. Following are key but often overlooked questions on athletics and academics that will be of help.

Athletics Describe your coaching style. All coaches have different coaching styles and use different techniques for motivation and discipline. It is to your benefit to ask this question to determine whether your learning style and the coach’s style would be a good fit.

What are your expectations for the upcoming year? Obviously, all coaches would like to see their programs succeed each year. By asking this question, you will learn the goals and objectives the coach has set forth to reach the final destination – a successful season.

Describe the walk-on process and the scholarship program. You will learn how the coach handles his/her walk-ons. Each coach and institution treats walk-ons differently. Also, the scholarship programs will vary to some degree.

What role will I play on your team? Many coaches will already have an idea of how they would like to utilize certain recruits. You will be able to find out where the coach sees you fitting in on his/her team and why.

What demands does this sport require physically and what time is required? It is important to know the physical demands that will be placed on you during your tenure as an athlete. Also, you need to know how much time is spent with this sport so you may manage your study time wisely.

Academics How strong is my degree program? There are some institutions that have stronger programs than others. There are also those institutions that specialize in specific degree programs.

Does this major mix well with athletics? Some majors are more time consuming than others and may require labs or mandatory work outside of class hours. You need to know the demands that will be placed on you within your major, to know if you are spreading yourself to thin through participating in athletics.

What is your view on academics? Many coaches have different thoughts regarding athletics. It is important to know that the coach’s philosophy on academics will compliment yours.

What percentage of athletes graduates in four years? This will tell you about a coach’s commitment to academics. Also, the team grade point average is a good indicator of academic commitment.

College Life What is a typical day for a student-athlete? You will learn a typical schedule that will include courses, practices, meal times, study times, etc. This will give you insight as to how to manage your time and assist you with needed adjustments.

What does the institution’s services entail? You will be informed of any study hall hours that may be required of you during your tenure. Also, this is a good time to ask about the availability of tutors.

What is the average class size? You will learn what type of attention you will be receiving as a student. Some larger institutions have large classes that tend to be taught by teaching assistants.

How would you describe the residence halls/campus housing and will I be required to line in campus housing as a student-athlete? Sometimes student-athlete housing is provided and included in the scholarship you are allotted. It is important to know this before enrolling with the institution. Also, coaches and other institutional faculty have a better idea of what the residence halls are like and where they are located on campus.

Financial Aid What is the length of my scholarship and what type of scholarship is it? Most institutional scholarships are for only one year. Also, there are some scholarships that cover just tuition (or housing, or books) and others that cover housing, books, tuition, or full-ride scholarships.

Is there financial aid available for summer school? Some athletes prefer to simply take the necessary course hours to be eligible to play during the season. This could leave you with several credit hours that you may wish to pick up during the summer. However, you may need financial assistance in the summer, so ask whether or not your financial aid packages cover summer expenses.

Describe the different financial aid packages. It is important to know what your athletic scholarship entails. Also, it is important to know if you can supplement your athletic scholarship with other financial aid packages the institutions offers.

If I get seriously injured and I am unable to participate, what will happen to my scholarship? Institutions are not obligated to offer scholarships or financial aid past the term of the agreement. It is important to know what the institution’s commitment to injured athletes is.

May I be employed while receiving a scholarship? Find out if you can be employed while in season, or out of season. Also, find out if you can be employed during vacations without violating your scholarship.

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