FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
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The 9-month course starts each year on September 20th and ends on June 10th of the following year. Players can choose to stay for 1, 3, 6 or 9 months (please ask for information to our staff). A standard weekly schedule includes soccer trainings Monday to Friday plus at least one friendly game/week normally on Wednesdays. All the players registered to our course (unless Italian Football Association restrictions apply) will have the opportunity to take part to a local League.
Players attending Convitto Nazionale High School are provided with credits at the end of the academic year. Such credits are normally recognized by any School Institution. Players have also the option to continue their home studies on-line from Italy.
No there are not. You will only need some pocket money for your personal expenses. The “Year Long Soccer Boarding Academy” fee includes the soccer program, room and board in the Boarding School, school taxes and the local transportation. The Convitto Nazionale of Assisi is a public school and they provide students with 24 hours supervision. In order to help the students with the Italian language, the Convitto Nazionale of Assisi offers 8 hours/week of Italian language classes.
The registration to the University program allows students to take part to the soccer program and to be enrolled at the University for Foreigners of Perugia, where players attend morning Italian language classes only. At the end of the course the University will release credits recognized by most Institutions. The “Year-Round Talent Identification Program” fee includes accommodation located into University dormitories, local transportation and the soccer program. Tuition fee does not include meals.
The complete paperwork needed to apply for the visa are sent via mail by the school or the University. When you are in Italy the ISM staff will help you get everything ready to apply for your permit of stay.
During the 9-month course ISM grants the organization of at least 4 technical selections to be performed with important clubs. During these all the players will have the chance to be looked at and be scouted directly by the affiliated team coaches and scouts.
To get professional football trials in Europe as a foreign player, you can join the ISM Academy TIP Program in Italy. It’s a high-performance residential program for boys aged 14–22, running from September to June in Perugia and Assisi. The program prepares you for selections and trial opportunities with pro and semi-pro clubs while you continue your studies. Spots are limited—are you interested in learning about the next steps?
To prepare a football CV and video highlights for European scouts, focus on your playing history, achievements, and stats in your CV. For video highlights, include your best moments—goals, assists, skills, and defensive actions—in clear, good-quality footage. Scouts want to see your technical ability, decision-making, and athleticism.
The 9-month soccer residency program (TIP Program) at ISM Academy costs €19,000. This fee covers training, accommodation, education, and more, but does not include round-trip airfare. Discounts may be available after reviewing your football CV and video highlights.
To enroll in the Pro residency (TIP) program, you must be a boy aged 14–22. You’ll need your last school report card, your passport, and a parent’s passport if you’re a minor. A registration fee payment receipt is also required. For non-visa-exempt countries, a study visa is needed, and we assist with the residence permit after arrival.
Yes, non-EU citizens can get a student visa for a European soccer academy like ISM. If your country isn’t visa-exempt for Italy, we’ll guide you through the requirements for a study or tourist visa. Once you arrive, we assist with the residence permit process. You can check if you need a visa here: https://www.esteri.it/it/servizi-consolari-e-visti/ingressosoggiornoinitalia/visto_ingresso/paesi_esenti_visto/
To get scouted by professional youth academies in Europe during soccer trials, you need to perform well in training and matches, as pro coaches and scouts are present to evaluate players. At ISM Academy, all players are continuously scouted, and friendly matches with pro clubs offer direct exposure. Consistency, discipline, and showcasing your best skills are key.
To apply for a football scholarship at ISM Academy, you’ll need to submit your football CV and video highlights. After reviewing your profile, our admissions team may consider discounts or scholarship options. For full details and personalized guidance, it’s best to speak directly with our admissions staff.
