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Contact Info & Summary For School Admissions Question: Alex Ukkelberg a.ukkelberg@leedsbeckett.ac.uk For Rugby Questions: Kris Stafford k.stafford@leedsbeckett.ac.uk https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/ Topics Leeds Beckett Rugby Program Overview 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 Player Development and Assessment 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 International Student Support 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 Financial Considerations 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 Rugby Culture and Opportunities 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 Next Steps 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 worldrugbyshop.com rugbynorcal.org