IDEA Athletic Showcase
Your future starts here!
July 9–16, 2027 • Miami, Florida
30 YEARS CONNECTING INTERNATIONAL STUDENT-ATHLETES WITH U.S. UNIVERSITIES
International Doorway to Education & Athletics (IDEA)
Since 1997, IDEA has helped international student-athletes connect with U.S. universities and scholarship opportunities. Our Athletic Showcase brings students, college coaches, and university representatives together in one place, giving participants the opportunity to demonstrate their athletic ability, explore academic options, and compare universities based on scholarships, cost, majors, and location.
Tuition
Housing
Meals
Scholarships Opportunities
U.S. Universities
Athletic Recruiting
30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
20,000+ students connected with U.S. university opportunities since 1997
SHOWCASE YOUR TALENT. CONNECT
WITH U.S. COLLEGE COACHES
EXPLORE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
- 8-day athletic recruiting experience in Miami, Florida
- Compete and train in front of U.S. college coaches
- Receive and compare university scholarship opportunities
- Minimum 10 university options with established scholarship and cost ranges
- Scholarships include tuition, housing, and meals
- 100% refund if IDEA does not provide the minimum results established by the program
When?
July 9–16, 2027
Where?
Miami, Florida, USA
Who?
Men & Women
+ 120
Universities Represented
Soccer
Basketball
Volleyball
Tennis
Golf
BUILD YOUR FUTURE AT A U.S. UNIVERSITY
Scholarship opportunities with guaranteed minimum program results and zero financial risk.
Direct Evaluation
Be evaluated by U.S. college coaches
8-Day Event
Experience university life in Miami
Early Exposure
Your athletic profile is shared with universities before the event
10+ University Options
Minimum 10 university options with established scholarship and cost ranges
Admissions & Visa Support
Guidance through admission, I-20, and the visa process
Zero-Risk Guarantee
100% refund if IDEA does not provide the minimum results established by the program
- English requirements vary by university. Some institutions offer ESL or English-preparation options for students who need additional language support.
- IDEA guides you through university selection, scholarship opportunities, admission, I-20, and the student visa process.
IDEA SHOWCASE BENEFITS
Scholarship opportunities for both men and women
Meet and interact with college coaches from NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA, and other U.S. university programs
Connect with university admissions representatives during the College Fair
Compare scholarships, annual costs, majors, locations, and university options
Build connections with other international students beginning their U.S. university journey
Zero-Risk Guarantee: 100% refund if IDEA does not provide the minimum results established by the program
IDEA STUDENT. REAL EXPERIENCES.
Scholarships
& Institutions
The Athletic Showcase fee includes:
Direct evaluation by university coaches, local transportation during the program, on-campus housing and meals, sportswear, presentations, College Fair activities, campus experiences, and scheduled program activities.
Registration options may vary by country.
ZERO-RISK GUARANTEE
If IDEA does not provide the minimum results established by the program, the student will receive a 100% refund of the amount paid to IDEA.