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We are with you every step of the way<\/h1>\n

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We founded Made Scholarships in 2009 to inform, inspire, and help student-athletes to have the same amazing university experience that we once had. Our goal with our college recruiting services, is to expose you to the unique opportunities around US college sports, help you find – and fund – the best university, and help you reach your athletic and academic potential while experiencing something new and life-changing. Oh, and we will help you before, during, and after your college career!<\/p>\n

Since 2009 we have successfully helped over 950 students from around the world find the right school fit for them considering their unique needs around academics, athletics, location, and finances. We\u2019ll help you navigate the entire process from learning about different types of academic and athletic programs, to exposing you to schools and coaches all over the USA, to getting scholarship offers, to deciding which school is best for you, to obtaining your student VISA, and everything in between.<\/p>\n

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Our team is made of former student-athletes with the personal and professional experience to help you navigate the process every step of the way. We are 100% compliant with the NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA, and have extensive knowledge of the complex eligibility rules with experience handling almost all eligibility situations.<\/p>\n

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Before getting started, we analyze your needs and give you a clear picture of what you can expect in terms of academics, athletics, and costs. Our 10+ years of experience in the business allows us to guarantee multiple offers within your cost estimate.<\/p>\n

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We have a presence both in Europe, Asia as well as in the U.S and therefore can respond to you almost 24\u00d77 via chat, mail, text, or phone.<\/p>\n

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Everyone\u2019s situation is unique and we provide you with all the individual attention you deserve. We believe an important key to finding the right school and program for you is getting to know you personally In addition, we have a unique pricing structure in which you only pay for the level of service that you need.<\/p>\n

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In addition to our unique database of over 30,000 college and university coaches, we have grown and nurtured an extensive network of personal relationships that allows us to offer our student-athletes the exposure they need to find the right fit and the best possible scholarship options.<\/p>\n

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Our support does not stop once you\u2019ve reached the USA. We are here for you throughout your college career and beyond.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dica_divi_carousel show_items_desktop=”1″ show_items_tablet=”1″ transition_duration=”1500″ loop=”on” autoplay=”on” hoverpause=”on” autoplay_speed=”10000″ arrow_nav=”on” item_spacing=”45″ equal_height=”on” advanced_effect=”1″ arrow_nav_color=”#E02B20″ arrow_bg_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” overlay_color_field_bgcolor=”rgba(255,255,255,0.85)” image_sizing=”55%” arrow_position=”middle-outside” use_prev_icon=”on” prev_icon=”4||divi||400″ use_next_icon=”on” next_icon=”5||divi||400″ arrow_font_size=”43px” innercontent_padding=”||||false|true” innercontent_padding_tablet=”” innercontent_padding_phone=”|20px||20px|false|true” innercontent_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” item_padding=”||||true|true” item_padding_tablet=”” item_padding_phone=”|10px||10px|true|true” item_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” image_container_margin=”||||false|false” image_container_margin_tablet=”-85px||||false|false” image_container_margin_phone=”” image_container_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” image_container_padding=”||||false|false” content_container_margin=”|40px||40px|false|false” rating_container_margin=”20px||6px||false|false” arrow_position_tablet=”” arrow_position_phone=”middle-inside” arrow_position_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ title_font=”||||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”26px” body_text_align=”center” custom_margin=”||||true|true” custom_padding=”||||false|false” border_radii_item=”on|13px|13px|13px|13px” border_color_all_item=”#f2f2f2″ border_radii_image=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” border_width_all_image=”8px” border_color_all_image=”#ffffff” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” innercontent_padding__hover_enabled=”off|hover”][dica_divi_carouselitem title=”Jeroen de Bakker ” sub_title=”Amsterdam, The Netherlands.” button_url_new_window=”1″ use_rating=”on” rating_alignment=”center” rating_position=”rating-top” rating_color=”#E02B20″ custom_margin=”46px||55px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|10px|22px|10px|false|true” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ subtitle_font=”Nunito||||||||” subtitle_text_align=”center” background_color=”#ffffff” background_enable_color=”on” overflow-x=”visible” overflow-y=”visible” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.05)” global_colors_info=”{}”]Made Scholarship has given us a huge head start in finding a good college for our daughter. Dennis is a very energetic and competent advisor with a large network. Without him, we probably wouldn\u2019t have gotten a spot at UC Irvine with a good scholarship.[\/dica_divi_carouselitem][dica_divi_carouselitem title=”Vishal Balsekar” sub_title=”Mumbai, India” button_url_new_window=”1″ use_rating=”on” rating_alignment=”center” rating_position=”rating-top” rating_color=”#E02B20″ custom_margin=”46px||55px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|10px|22px|10px|false|true” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ subtitle_font=”Nunito||||||||” subtitle_text_align=”center” background_color=”#ffffff” background_enable_color=”on” overflow-x=”visible” overflow-y=”visible” custom_css_main_element=”overflow: visible;||position: relative;” custom_css_inner_wrapper=”overflow: visible;” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.05)” global_colors_info=”{}”]Had a great experience working with Dennis and his team in India as well. Throughout the process they guided us since the very beginning. They have a great network and in depth knowledge about college recruiting. It was a wise decision to appoint Made Scholarships as our consultants for student athlete program. Definitely recommend. Best wishes.[\/dica_divi_carouselitem][dica_divi_carouselitem title=”Carmel van Dijk” sub_title=”Almere, Nederland” button_url_new_window=”1″ use_rating=”on” rating_alignment=”center” rating_position=”rating-top” rating_color=”#E02B20″ custom_margin=”46px||55px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|10px|22px|10px|false|true” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ subtitle_font=”Nunito||||||||” subtitle_text_align=”center” background_color=”#ffffff” background_enable_color=”on” overflow-x=”visible” overflow-y=”visible” custom_css_main_element=”overflow: visible;||position: relative;” custom_css_inner_wrapper=”overflow: visible;” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.05)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

I was very late in the recruiting process because I was with another agency first. I came in contact with MADE in December and Dennis has found amazing schools for me. He stayed in contact with the coaches and was always transparent about communication.<\/p>\n

[\/dica_divi_carouselitem][dica_divi_carouselitem title=”Alexandra Leisibach” sub_title=”Zug, Switzerland” button_url_new_window=”1″ use_rating=”on” rating_alignment=”center” rating_position=”rating-top” rating_color=”#E02B20″ custom_margin=”46px||55px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|10px|22px|10px|false|true” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ subtitle_font=”Nunito||||||||” subtitle_text_align=”center” background_color=”#ffffff” background_enable_color=”on” overflow-x=”visible” overflow-y=”visible” custom_css_main_element=”overflow: visible;||position: relative;” custom_css_inner_wrapper=”overflow: visible;” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.05)” global_colors_info=”{}”]Dennis and Shelley were amazing! They helped with every part of the process of becoming a college athlete. As someone who didn\u2018t know anything about the process, I was extremely pleased with everything they did for me. [\/dica_divi_carouselitem][dica_divi_carouselitem title=”Hanneke Hehenkamp” sub_title=”Bilthoven, Nederland” button_url_new_window=”1″ use_rating=”on” rating_alignment=”center” rating_position=”rating-top” rating_color=”#E02B20″ custom_margin=”46px||55px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px|10px|22px|10px|false|true” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ subtitle_font=”Nunito||||||||” subtitle_text_align=”center” background_color=”#ffffff” background_enable_color=”on” overflow-x=”visible” overflow-y=”visible” custom_css_main_element=”overflow: visible;||position: relative;” custom_css_inner_wrapper=”overflow: visible;” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.05)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

We would definitely recommend Made Scholarships! Without your help we even doubt if we would have managed to get our sons placed. It was very helpful to have your assistance during the recruitment stage.<\/p>\n

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I will recommend made scholarship to everyone. They are not just a service, they are really personal and searching for schools what is fitting for you. The conversations with them are not only going about the school and everything but they are also interested in how you are and who you are. If you have problem, they always quickly respond!<\/p>\n

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First-hand experience, a family journey<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Made Scholarships was founded by Dennis den Boer, who lived the dream himself. He knows the college sports system inside and out, because he and his family went through it. That first-hand experience is the core of the personal and expert guidance every athlete receives.<\/p>\n

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Our team<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Our team is made of former student-athletes who know the recruitment process and university experience firsthand.<\/p>\n

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