For School Admissions Question: 

Alex Ukkelberg

[email protected]

For Rugby Questions:

Kris Stafford

[email protected]

https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/

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

Interested students should reach out to Alex (academic queries) and Chris (rugby-specific information)

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

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