I plan to play Division1football and major in engineering.  How would college life for me be like?
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On this year's Ohio State football roster, I count four engineering majors (2 civil & 2 mechanical).  Three of them are seniors; one is a freshman.  So, those three seniors seemed to have stuck with engineering until their senior year.  One of them is the quite talented cornerback Antonio Smith (mechanical engineering).\n\nThat being said, engineering is no walk in the park.  I would say if you are bright and disciplined, you will do just fine.  You won't be able to schedule many courses during the autumn, and you are almost certainly looking at 5yrs to complete your degree.  Also, you are certainly going to have academic help from the football support staff at your university.\n\nSo... that is an OSU electrical engineering grad student's take on your question.  Also, my sister does varsity rowing and is studying undergrad computer engineering.  She seems to do just fine and somehow finds time to watch CSI episodes and movies on TV.
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I don't see why you wouldn't be able to, Darrin.  People have gone to the NFL without college, i.e., Bubba Smith back in 1958.  If he achieved that level, you could be an AFL player.\nJust remember, believe in yourself.  I think you will be the first person to join the AFL without college experience.
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No.  College is about education so you have to attend classes and get a certain grade point average to be on a college football or track team.
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No, but your best chance would be through college, either as a scholarship player or walk-on.\n\nThis late in the game, you will need a lot of natural athletic ability.\n\nWhat's the worst thing that could happen?  You work hard, have fun, and stay in great shape.\n\nNothing wrong with a dream, just have a backup plan, like getting a good education.
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I often wonder the same thing...I just cant get into college football like I get into the NFL. I just dont like watching big plays every other down, and thats what happens in college. Scores of 60 to 50 are ridiculous and not entertaining to me. I want to see the best of the best...I want to see people playing for paychecks...I want to see people earning money. \n\nIt is not near as exciting as NFL...thats the real deal!
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You can major in Computer Engineering.  Devry has good classes as far as that goes. You can also take the Certification path and get the A+, and Cisco, and alot of different certifications
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Which would be better for you?\n\nI would very strongly recommend not going straight to post grad work after getting your BA or BS. \nIf you go to the Division I school just for football, please contact the sports department to see if you are eligible.  Maybe starting work on a second BA or BS degree would be your best option.
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i do football, wrestling, and lax during school. I was the captain of football and wrestling. It's hard but you get used to it. Doing this will help you prepare for hectic schedules in the future and provide for u a discipline which is essential. But make sure to watch the grades. You need the grades to play the sports not the other way around
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It will depend on exactly what you're doing, the subjects involved, the materials, the length of time it takes, whether you're going to study part-time or full-time, the university you're doing it at...  And don't forget housing - that will vary on whether you plan on living at a campus run facility or renting an apartment/house off campus.\n\nYou'll be best to do some research on the net and makes some calls or send some emails.  Most universities seem to be pretty good at getting back to people - a lot of places offer the same courses and are competiting for your attendence!
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It's always worth playing football, whether in 1st or 12th. Go for it. Just apply yourself to the practices and the playbook. The coach will always notice a player that gives his all.
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Good luck finding this. Most sports services like ESPN or NFL.com list only the college experience.
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In my town in NJ, our grade school kids play P.A.L. football. It cousts each player $125 to play, this includes insurance, uniform, and equipment. I am sure this varies town by town and state by state.\n\nIt is free to play for the High School team. I would imagine this is fairly standard across the US.\n\nIf a player actually plays in college, it also doesn't cost anything and in some cases they will even receive a scholarship.\n\nAs stated earlier, Pros actually get paid, and quite handsomely to play football.
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In high school DE is fine.  But if you only have average speed, you won't play in college.
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Hey Well I'm Glad that you represent your school by doing sports. Now being good in college is way harder because you don't get players from local middle school, Good players from far away areas try to play in college so now you have the best one from each school. That's like a college dream team. But before you get to college make sure you have good Grades, Grades, Grades, are very important without them you cant show your skills. Second study college players . Go see your local college team study the difference. than try your hardest on practice, you must practice is the second most important you practice how you play. Last keep up with the sport see what New things you could do.  \n  Good Luck
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The key is speed.  If you are the fastest guy on your team, you might have a chance.\n\nBefore you start thinking about the NFL, you need to get into a college program.  Most NFL players come from Division 1 programs.  There are 115 Division 1A football programs.  This means you can fill the rosters of all the Division 1 programs with 1st or 2nd team All-State players at each position every year.  That is your competition.\n\nJohn T. Reed provides a lot of detail about going from high school football to college.  Take it one step at a time.
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I'm in my second year (BS) in studying EE,i'm not an Engineer yet but from what i've been through till now and the older ppl i know in this major..the most important thing is time managment..if u can control ur time,them nothing will seem difficult.Also try to become an IEEE member,then u can participate in the conferences organized by the institute,meet Electrical Engineering students and proffesors from all over the world in these conferences,be up-to-date with new technology by recieving Spectrum magazine.and i don't have to mention that u should LOVE to sit and solve questions and problems..i.e u should love what u do,not do what u love..enjoy what u r studying,i see EE as the most interesting and fun major of all other Engineering majors,it's dynamic and always changes..it's fun to know and see how things change and evaluate.
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Not if you keep working hard.  I was on the Freshman B team in High School, but then I ended up playing on the Varsity team at the end of my sophomore year.