Full Management
Full Management Means
Exactly That
Every student-athlete is different. Age, academic level, athletic ability, and grade all shape the journey we design. We work closely with each family to build a clear roadmap, from their unique starting point to their end goal, on and off their chosen field of sport. With high school, university, and graduate-level planning, we make sure there are strong options at every step of the way.
9th Through 12th Grade
For our high-school-age athletes, we offer our own high-level residential academies alongside a select group of partner high school programmes we have built relationships with. Together these cover 9th through 12th grade, at one of the strongest levels available.
Robust, Tailored Pathways
For university and college-age athletes, we offer our most robust and tailored options. Our placement services include traditional College Varsity Placement across NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA schools, as well as our own in-house semi-professional clubs, run in partnership with world-class universities across the U.S. and England.
Whether it is one path or a blend of everything we offer, the journey of the athletes we represent is never forced. It is designed, with options to suit their needs at each stage.
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What Full Management
Looks Like
Front-End Management
"Working with Oliver was a great experience. He is extremely professional, transparent, and trustworthy. What stood out the most was his ability to clearly explain the end-to-end journey, set the right expectations, and guide us every step of the way. His knowledge, communication, and honest approach gave us a lot of confidence. Highly recommended for any family navigating the sports and academic pathway."
Gustavo Alvarez
Mexico, based in Dubai
Father of Mikel Alvarez, Cyclist committed to Miller School of Albemarle, Virginia
Our ICAP Partners
World-Class Institutions Who Trust
Oliver Charles
Each one part of our ICAP programme, providing the highest level of semi-professional sport to the athletes we represent.
Our Players
In Their Own Words
"The residential environment with OCR taught me what it actually means to live as a full-time player. Being away from home, training daily, and being held accountable helped me grow fast. That experience prepared me well for earning my academy contract with the Switchbacks."
Dane Valenti
Colorado Switchbacks
"OCR guided me through the transition from college soccer into the professional game. From my senior year at Hofstra to USL League One and now One Knoxville, they helped me understand what was needed to take that next step and be ready for it."
Teddy Baker
One Knoxville
"OCR supported me at every stage of my career — from being drafted by Vancouver to moving into the USL Championship with Pittsburgh. Having someone who understood the pathway and handled the details made a huge difference."
Eliot Goldthorp
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
"I attended the OCR summer camp and it played a big role in my development. The level of coaching and structure helped prepare me for the demands of college soccer at Columbia."
Yianni Goulandris
Columbia University
"OCR supported me through the recruiting process and helped me take the next step into college soccer. Their guidance made a real difference in finding the right opportunity."
Nick Nkansa
University of Tulsa
"Oliver Charles opened doors I didn't know existed. The placement process was smooth, professional, and they were with me every step of the way."
Owen Barnett
Florida International University
"Coming from India, I didn't just need a soccer pathway — I needed a plan that worked academically too. OCR understood that immediately. They mapped out the entire route for me: the right institution, the right programme, the right level of competition. I'm now playing NCAA soccer at a high level while pursuing my medical research degree. That combination felt impossible before I found Oliver Charles. They made it a reality."
Mikhil Patil
India · NCAA Soccer · Medical Research Programme
Common Questions
College Soccer Recruitment FAQ
How do college soccer scholarships work for international student-athletes?
U.S. colleges award athletic scholarships across NCAA Division I, II, NAIA and NJCAA programs, and many combine athletic money with academic scholarships and international awards. Full scholarships are rare; most offers are partial and are stacked with academic aid to bring the cost down. We build a realistic budget with every family before contacting coaches, so offers are compared on the real number.
What level of college soccer can an international player realistically reach?
The U.S. system has more than 1,500 men’s and women’s college soccer programs across NCAA D1, D2 and D3, NAIA and NJCAA. Players from academy, semi-professional and strong amateur backgrounds are placed every year. The first step is an honest evaluation of your level so that we target programs where you will play, develop and earn a degree, rather than a badge that sits you on a bench.
When should we start the college recruitment process?
Ideally 12 to 18 months before your intended start date. U.S. programs have two intakes, August (fall) and January (spring), and coaches build rosters well in advance. Starting early gives time for the evaluation, a strong highlight and profile package, coach outreach, campus visits, admissions, the NCAA or NAIA Eligibility Center and the F-1 visa. Later starts are still possible and we will tell you plainly what is achievable.
Do you help with NCAA eligibility and the F-1 student visa?
Yes. We manage Eligibility Center registration, academic transcript evaluation and amateurism questions, then guide the family through the I-20, SEVIS fee and F-1 visa interview once an offer is accepted. Visa support and arrival planning are part of the standard service, not an add-on.
What does Oliver Charles charge for student-athlete placement?
A one-time enrolment fee covers the evaluation, recruiting profile and placement roadmap, followed by a monthly retainer with a 12-month minimum that covers active recruitment, placement, enrolment and ongoing management, including any future transfer. Full details are on our placement pricing page.
Which countries do your student-athletes come from?
We have placed players from more than 40 countries, with long-standing partners in the United Kingdom, Europe, Singapore, Japan, Saudi Arabia and across Africa and the Americas. UK footballers can read the dedicated UK football to U.S. college pathway.
Where To Start
Every Journey Starts
With a Conversation
The best first step is a discussion about your athlete, their goals, and the options open to them. From there, see exactly how our placement service works.