CIS University Endicott International
Elite Soccer University Program
Madrid, Spain
Associate Degree
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 Jul 2027*
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2027
TUITION FEES
EUR 35,090 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Fall Semester deadline: July | Spring Semester: November - rolling admission policy
** 2026-2027 Academic Year students starting in the Fall Semester. Tuition and fees (2027-2028) will be published in March, 2027.
Key Summary
About: The Elite Soccer University Program at CIS University in Madrid combines American higher education with high-performance soccer training for male and female student-athletes. It offers position-specific coaching, individualized development plans and a practical methodology focused on technical, tactical and collective performance. CIS University operates in central Madrid; Endicott College is accredited by the New England Commission on Higher Education. Keywords: elite soccer, student-athlete, sports performance, talent development, soccer academy, player development, college pathways.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can progress to roles as professional player, coach, academy coach, strength and conditioning coach, performance analyst, scout, or sports administrator, and coaching roles.
A unique program that combines American higher education and high-performance soccer training.
The Elite Soccer University Program is designed for students from around the world who wish to pursue their studies at an American university, while simultaneously participating in high-performance soccer training that is focused on the overall academic and professional athletic improvement of the student.
The program is designed for male and female players, to help them improve their performance, both on an individual and collective level, based on a methodology derived from specific fundamentals of the game, which varies from position to position on the field. Players are offered individualized advice to ensure that their skills are successfully optimized and improved.
Accreditation
CIS University Madrid (Spain) is authorized by the Community of Madrid as a foreign university in Spain (BOCM number 81, April 6th, 1998, and BOCM number 134, June, 7th, 2019).
Endicott College (Massachusetts, USA) is accredited by the New England Commission on Higher Education (NECHE).
University Program
Participating students study for a Bachelor's Degree or an Associate Degree (official undergraduate degrees in the US) in either: business, marketing, communication, advertising, humanities, or international studies
Upon completion of their first two years at CIS University, students can:
1. Finish their four-year program at CIS University (Madrid) with one of the following degrees:
- Bachelor's of Science in Business Management
- Bachelor of Science in Marketing Communication Advertising
- Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
2. Finish their studies with our partner Endicott College (MA, USA), or at any other American college or university in the world to obtain their four-year bachelor's degree.
Soccer Program
Participating students will receive high-performance soccer training led by coaches certified by the Real Federación Española de Fútbol.
The program will feature:
- High-performance training sessions.
- Complete athletic performance testing and evaluation.
- Team placement and participation in competitions and tournaments in Madrid.
- Advice and management of sports and academic CV to facilitate the application process for sports scholarships in the US.
What is included?
- Undergraduate studies.
- High-performance training sessions.
- Participation in tournaments and competitions.
- Continuous evaluation and follow-up monitoring.
- Access to tryouts with Spanish teams.
- Creation of a sports portfolio.
- To manage the transcript to apply for a sports scholarship at any American college or university in the world (this service has an additional cost).
- Sports Health Insurance.
Mission and Objectives of the Elite Soccer University Program:
- Offer a high-level sports experience based on the Spanish training model.
- Provide elite training and competition to raise player standards and highlight talent, depending on individual skill level, to demonstrate their ability in professional soccer clubs and/or college-level soccer programs in the USA.
- Offer the possibility of obtaining an American Bachelor's Degree in Madrid.
- Facilitate a path that allows student-athletes to improve their skills, allowing them to continue their university studies with the help of a US university scholarship.
- Provide a foundation and structure for student-athletes to enable them to develop their ability and create an outstanding athletic resume.
At CIS University, we bet heavily on the future. We know every student’s story is different, which is precisely why we have always strived to make our school as accessible as possible through scholarships designed to help families and offer opportunities to more students.
This application process is very competitive as we receive many requests from highly qualified students. It is therefore imperative that applications be submitted as early as possible.
Students who start their university degree at CIS University (new students) may apply for scholarships upon receiving an admission letter from the Admissions Department. Should the scholarship application be accepted, potential students will have a maximum period of 10 days to complete official registration at CIS University.
Only fully completed applications will be considered and reviewed by the Scholarship Committee. Applications are considered throughout the year on a rolling basis and reviewed in the order of reception.
General Requirements
- Applicants must be admitted as a student.
- Submit the requested documentation: -
- Fully completed scholarship application form.
- Essay explaining the reasons behind the scholarship application.
- Be a full-time student (Fall and Spring).
- Meet the requirements of the requested scholarship.
- Not to be the beneficiary of any other type of aid destined for the same purpose.
Types of scholarships
Work Scholarship
This scholarship is intended for undergraduate students who want to collaborate with the different departments of the University. It is a great opportunity to combine your university studies with your first steps in the work world.
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must be a CIS University student or have completed the admission process and been admitted.
The number of work scholarships is limited to the number of positions that need to be filled at the University.
Once the scholarship is granted, the student will be informed about the work to be done, as well as the number of working hours required.
- Maximum scholarship:€2,400 per academic year
- The total amount of the scholarship will be discounted proportionally from each academic semester.
- Minimum average grade (GPA) 2.4 (or equivalent).
Academic Scholarship
At CIS University, we reward the effort and dedication given by our students. The academic scholarship is intended for undergraduate students with a good academic record. In addition, students who receive this scholarship will have the opportunity to be part of our social projects. We will request you to carry out volunteer work and collaborate, when required, in acts and events organized by the International Studies Foundation, the NGO CruzadaporlosNiños, and the Robert F. Kennedy Foundation (CIS University Corporate Social Responsibility).
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must be a CIS University student or have completed the admission process and been admitted.
- Maximum scholarship: €6,000 per academic year
- The total amount of the scholarship will be discounted proportionally from each academic semester.
- Minimum average grade (GPA) 2.8 (or equivalent).
Presidential Scholarship
At CIS University we reward excellence and dedication. The presidential scholarship is intended for undergraduate students with an extraordinary academic record and with concerns beyond academics in social areas, entrepreneurship, and innovation. In addition, students who receive this scholarship will have the opportunity to be part of our social projects. We will request you to carry out volunteer work and collaborate, when required, in acts and events organized by the International Studies Foundation, the NGO CruzadaporlosNiños, and the Robert F. Kennedy Foundation (CIS University Corporate Social Responsibility).
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must be a CIS University student or have completed the admission process and been admitted.
- Maximum scholarship: €9,100 per academic year
- The total amount of the scholarship will be discounted proportionally from each academic semester.
- Minimum average grade (GPA) 3.8 (or equivalent).
Elite Talent Scholarship
At CIS University, we support the talent and dedication of young people who play a sport at a high-competitive level. The Elite Talent Scholarship is intended for high-performance, accredited athletes with a good academic record.
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must be a CIS University student or have completed the admission process and been admitted.
- Maximum scholarship: €9,100 per academic year
- The total amount of the scholarship will be discounted proportionally from each academic semester.
- Minimum average grade (GPA) 3.5 (or equivalent).
- Submit a High-Performance Sports Program certificate (except for Elite Soccer University Program students).