NFHCA 2016-17 Guide to Recruiting

On behalf of the National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA), I welcome you to the world of college field hockey recruiting This NFHCA Guide to Recruiting brings you one step closer to finding the right college or university that will best meet your academic, athletic, geographic and financial needs

The benefits of being an informed prospective student-athlete are invaluable in your college decision making By understanding the recruiting policies and guidelines set forth in this document, you can become a prospective student-athlete who asks educated questions on campus visits and in your communications with coaches regarding the recruiting process This Guide will help you understand the differences between Division I, II and III athletics programs; it will help you learn to utilize the NCAA Eligibility Center; and ultimately it will aid in devising a timeline for selecting the best college or university for you I encourage you to be mindful that institutions approach the overall recruitment of each student-athlete differently By seeking accurate answers from each university, you will play an active role in understanding the recruitment, admissions and financial aid process The goal of this guide is to assist you in making the college decision that is best for you

Most importantly, college coaches want to get to know you—the student-athlete It is imperative that you be proactive in contacting coaches to set up visits and that you promote yourself When you enter the world of higher education, being informed, diligent, and playing an active role in your future will be essential to achieving success both on and off the field—so do the same during the recruiting process