Leeds Beckett offers a robust rugby program with 5 teams, extensive resources, and pathways to professional play The university provides comprehensive support for international students, including academic and athletic scholarships Leeds Beckett's 3-year bachelor's programs offer a cost-effective alternative to US universities for rugby players The program emphasizes player development through detailed assessment, training, and competition opportunities https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/
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5 teams plus a development team, with about 110 players competing weekly
Part of BUCS Super Rugby, the top 10 university teams in the UK
Season runs from August (preseason) through April, with 18 league games
Extensive resources: strength & conditioning, physio, nutrition workshops, mental health support
New positional criteria document implemented for detailed player feedback
Testing includes physical characteristics (speed, strength, body composition)
Action plans created for individual player improvement
Goal to track player progress from first year through graduation
Rolling admissions with quick response times (7-10 days)
Minimum 3.0 unweighted high school GPA required, test-optional
Comprehensive support from application through arrival on campus
Global Village department organizes events to help international students feel at home
Tuition around $20,000 USD per year, with scholarship opportunities
International student scholarship: £1,000 off tuition
Dean's scholarship: £6,000 off tuition (merit-based)
FAFSA-eligible for US students
Welcoming environment for players of all skill levels
No trials; focus on integrating new players into the program gradually
Strong pathway to professional rugby, with over 115 players progressing to top leagues since 2016
Consider applying early for Fall 2025 admission
Explore scholarship opportunities and FAFSA options
Look out for potential Leeds Beckett rugby team visits to Southern California in April