Introducing the Keystone Sports Class of 2025 Report
Mapping Key Trends in College Recruiting
The Class of 2025 represents an important milestone for Keystone Sports. In this report, we offer an in-depth look at the opportunities and achievements that define this year’s recruitment cycle.
At Keystone Sports, we’re committed to connecting international student-athletes with collegiate programs that allow them to pursue both their athletic and academic ambitions. The Class of 2025 report celebrates the journey of 1,097 athletes who have trusted us to guide them toward their goals.
What You Will Find in the Class of 2025 Report
Scholarship Achievements: We’re proud to have secured over $27 million in scholarships for our student-athletes. The average scholarship increased to $24,746, providing enhanced support for educational and living expenses. For 120 student-athletes, we were able to land full-ride scholarships, covering all college-related expenses.
Female Athletes Leading the Way: Our female athletes achieved exceptional scholarship results this year. Of the 120 full-ride scholarships awarded, 73% were secured by women. Field hockey stood out as a major success, with more than 75% of athletes earning a full-ride scholarship.
Top Sports and Programs: Soccer continues to lead our placements, followed by tennis and golf. We’re also seeing notable growth in swimming, as more international athletes recognize U.S. college programs as elite training environments that prepare them for major competitions, including the Olympic Games. We placed students in every major division, from NCAA Division I to NAIA and JUCO.
Expanding Our International Footprint: The Class of 2025 represents 46 different nationalities across five continents. Europe continues to be our primary market, with over 80% of placements. We’re excited about our expansion into new regions, particularly in Asia, where we’ve welcomed athletes from China, India, South Korea, and Indonesia for the first time.
Opportunities Across North America: Our student-athletes will attend colleges and universities in 47 U.S. states and Canada, demonstrating the breadth of our university network.
Our athletes are shaping the future of college sports, and beyond. Former Keystone Sports athletes have reached Grand Slams, competed professionally, and participated in world championships. As changes to NCAA policies and NIL regulations reshape the landscape, the pathway to U.S. college sports is becoming more attractive than ever.
At Keystone Sports, we believe that every talented athlete deserves access to these transformative opportunities. The Class of 2025 is a testament to what’s possible when ambition meets the right support system.
Curious to learn more? Dive into the Class of 2025 report and explore the trends shaping the future of sports scholarships.
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Lorena Montañés
Lorena Montañés, SEO Specialist at Keystone Sports, pursued her career in the U.S., playing DI soccer at California State University, Fresno. There, she earned degrees in Mass Communication & Journalism and Psychology. She later completed an MBA in Business Analytics while coaching at a Division II university. Now, she aims to empower other student-athletes to achieve their dreams and have a life-changing experience.
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