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Your complete guide to navigating Play2College and maximizing your recruitment success
Getting Started
New to Play2College? Follow these steps to begin your journey
Create Your Account
Sign up using Google or Microsoft OAuth. Choose your role as a Parent or Student Athlete to personalize your experience.
Go to LoginComplete Your Profile
Fill in your personal information, academic details, athletic background, and set your timezone for personalized scheduling.
Setup ProfileExplore Colleges
Browse 363 Division I basketball programs with comprehensive filtering. Find your perfect fit based on academics, athletics, and location.
Find CollegesTrack Your Journey
Add colleges to your list, track recruitment stages, schedule appointments, and monitor your progress through the dashboard.
Go to DashboardPlatform Features
Discover everything Play2College has to offer
Discovery & Research
College Finder
Browse all 363 Division I basketball programs with powerful filtering options.
- Filter by conference, state, region, or climate
- Sort by academic rankings, tuition, or acceptance rate
- View men's and women's basketball program details
- See arena capacity, facilities, and coaching staff
- One-click add to your college list
Interactive Regions Map
Explore colleges geographically with our interactive map visualization.
- Visual map of all D1 programs across the USA
- Filter by region (Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, etc.)
- Click markers for quick college details
- See climate and location information
- Plan campus visits efficiently
College Detail Pages
Comprehensive information about each college in one place.
- Academic rankings and acceptance rates
- Men's & women's basketball rankings with visual indicators
- Tuition costs and financial aid information
- International student support and ESL programs
- Campus facilities, climate, and diversity data
Personal Management
My Colleges
Track your recruitment progress with colleges you're interested in.
- 25 recruitment stages from "On Radar" to "Enrolled"
- Color-coded progress tracking with visual pipeline
- Add personal notes for each college relationship
- List view or interactive map view options
- Rate colleges on multiple criteria
Appointment Scheduling
Schedule and track all your college-related appointments.
- Schedule campus visits, calls, and meetings
- Timezone-aware scheduling (set your timezone in profile)
- Calendar sync with ICS export
- Appointment history and notes
- Reminders and notifications
College Comparison
Compare colleges side-by-side with your personal ratings.
- Side-by-side comparison of multiple colleges
- Rate colleges on academics, athletics, campus life
- Compare tuition, location, and program strength
- View your personal notes for each
- Make informed decisions with data
My Timeline
Track your personal recruitment progress with customized timelines.
- Year-specific task checklists
- Mark tasks as complete and track progress
- Personalized to your graduation year
- Visual progress indicators
- Never miss important deadlines
Dashboard
Your personalized command center for recruitment management.
- Quick stats overview of your progress
- My Colleges tracker at a glance
- Upcoming appointments and tasks
- Quick actions and shortcuts
- Recent activity feed
Follower System
Connect and collaborate with parents, coaches, and mentors.
- Student Athletes invite followers (parents/coaches)
- Followers can view athlete's recruitment progress
- Control what followers can see
- Switch between multiple athletes you follow
- Manage invitations and access anytime
Community & Partners
Partner Directory
Connect with verified service providers across 6 categories.
- Prep Schools: IMG Academy, Montverde, SPIRE, and more
- Credential Evaluation: WES, ECE, and NACES members
- Visa Support: Immigration attorneys for F-1 visas
- Recruiting Services: NCSA, Keystone Sports, FirstPoint USA
- Video Services: Hudl, highlight reel creators
- Eligibility: NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA eligibility centers
Success Stories
Read inspiring stories from international athletes who made it.
- Filter by country, sport, or college
- Real athlete journeys and challenges overcome
- Scholarship details and advice
- Submit your own success story
- Connect with athletes from your country
Community Forum
Connect with other student-athletes and share experiences.
- Ask questions and get answers from the community
- Share tips and experiences
- Connect with athletes from your country
- Get advice from those who've been through it
- Moderated for quality discussions
Resources & Guides
Educational content to help you succeed
Recruitment Timeline
Year-by-year guide for ages 14-18 with actionable steps and checklists.
International Guide
Essential information for international student-athletes: visas, credentials, and more.
Blog
Latest news, tips, NCAA updates, and expert advice articles.
Talking Points
Essential questions to ask coaches at every stage of recruitment.
Highlight Video Guide
Learn how to create compelling highlight videos that showcase your skills.
Financial Aid Guide
Understanding scholarships, financial aid, and costs for international students.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions
Still Have Questions?
Our support team is here to help you succeed. Get personalized assistance with any feature or question.