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College Pathway Education

Recruiting. Eligibility. Transfer.

A plain-English education for athletes and families navigating college football — from youth all the way through the junior-college transfer.

What We Cover

Education, not promises.

Recruiting Timeline

Freshman → senior year milestones for the 2027 class and underclassmen.

Eligibility (NCAA / NAIA / Junior College)

Core courses, GPA sliding scale, and eligibility centers explained.

Scholarships & FAFSA

Athletic vs academic aid, FAFSA basics, and cost-of-attendance.

Coach Communication

How and when to contact college coaches — email templates and etiquette.

Campus Visits

Official vs unofficial visits — questions to ask, red flags to watch.

Highlight Film

What college coaches actually look for in a 3–5 minute cutup.

Timeline

By Grade Level.

Freshman

  • Grades matter now
  • Learn eligibility rules
  • Play the game, build habits

Sophomore

  • Start highlight cutups
  • Attend camps
  • Register with eligibility centers

Junior

  • Contact coaches
  • Take SAT/ACT if required
  • Unofficial visits

Senior

  • Official visits
  • Finalize applications
  • FAFSA & NLI decisions

Junior-College Transfer

  • AA degree tracking
  • Transfer portal windows
  • New eligibility clock

Request a Workshop

Bring it to your team.

GR Masters Academy™ hosts free and low-cost recruiting-education workshops for youth programs, schools, and community groups.

GR27 provides education only. We do not guarantee scholarships, admissions, playing time, offers, NIL income, or professional opportunities.