Recruiting questionnaire — what to prepare
What to prepare for a college recruiting questionnaire — profile basics, academics, measurables, film, and honest answers coaches actually use.
July 20, 2026 · X Factor Recruits
A recruiting questionnaire is often the first structured data a college program collects on you. Treat it like a serious application page: accurate, complete, and easy for a coach to skim.
What to gather before you click “submit”
- Legal name, preferred name, contact email/phone
- High school / club, graduation year, hometown / state
- Position(s) and height / weight
- Key measurables with approximate test date
- GPA (weighted/unweighted if asked) and test scores if applicable
- Film link
- Intended major or academic interests
- Parent / guardian contact if requested
Build athletic context first with a free athlete evaluation so your numbers are already organized.
Honest answers beat impressive guesses
Coaches compare questionnaires to film and, later, to verified testing. If you are between positions, say so. If a measurable is self-reported, do not present it as combine-verified.
After you submit
Log the school, date, and any follow-up. Pair questionnaires with a short intro when rules allow — see how to talk to college coaches and recruiting rules.
Next step
Start a free evaluation, then use your profile to fill questionnaires faster and more consistently.
FAQ
What is a recruiting questionnaire?
It is a form programs use to collect basic athlete information — contact details, academics, measurables, film, and interest — so staff can decide whether to evaluate you further.
Do I need to finish every school’s questionnaire?
Prioritize programs on your realistic board. A thoughtful form for a real target beats fifty empty submissions.
Should my numbers match my evaluation profile?
Yes. Keep measurables consistent and dated. Inflated numbers damage trust when film or verified testing does not match.
See how your profile compares
Run a free Reality Check evaluation or explore The X Board for verified athletic testing context — decision-support, not recruiting promises.