At The Israel Bridge, we provide comprehensive support to Israeli athletes pursuing athletic scholarships at U.S. colleges and universities. From the first conversation to college arrival and beyond, we walk families through every step of the process to ensure the best possible outcomes. Since 2006, we’ve helped hundreds of athletes find the right college and earn scholarships.

• Personalized Athlete Assessment & Outreach
  We begin by evaluating each athlete’s potential as a scholarship candidate, meeting with the athlete and their family to understand their goals. We craft personalized outreach emails that showcase the athlete’s strengths, supported by carefully reviewed highlight videos, to capture the attention of NCAA coaches.
• Academic Preparation & Testing
  To support eligibility, we connect students with SAT tutors and guide them through alternative standardized tests such as the Duolingo English Test. We also assist in signing up with the NCAA Eligibility Center, navigating questions about amateurism, and securing final eligibility status.
• Coach Communication & Scholarship Negotiation
  We provide up-to-date contact lists of NCAA coaches across all sports and manage ongoing communications with schools. Our team helps athletes respond to interested coaches, facilitates dialogue, and supports scholarship negotiations. Our goal: multiple offers, so each athlete has real options to choose from.
• Transcripts, Translation & NCAA Compliance
  We assist in translating high school transcripts and Bagrut certificates into English, ensuring they meet NCAA requirements without the need for a notary. When athletes have completed military service, we help answer NCAA inquiries and translate official discharge documents.
• Visa & Transition Support
  We guide families through the F-1 Student Visa process, offering interview preparation and documentation help. If needed, we also work directly with college coaches to bridge language gaps and ensure clarity between schools and non-English-speaking families.
• Ongoing Support After Arrival
  Once in the U.S., we connect athletes with local Jewish families who offer support and community. If an athlete needs to transfer schools, we remain available to assist with that transition.