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When selecting a college, it's important to consider the factors that matter most to you. If you're a student-athlete, like myself, it can be beneficial to prioritize both your athletic and academic goals. Look for a school with a strong program in your sport and a good reputation for academics. Also consider the location, campus, and the support you'll receive as a student-athlete. Visiting campuses, talking to coaches, and understanding the academic support available can all help you make an informed decision. Just like I did, take the time to find the best fit for both your athletic and educational aspirations.

Kiley Rabjohns | Northwestern Tennis

Um , and I think that injuries just come up very frequently for me , but I think it's definitely taught me how to overcome them and how to come back tougher . During recruiting in high school , I really didn't know where I wanted to go to college . I knew I wanted to go D1 , I knew I wanted to get A good education .

Kiley Rabjohns | Northwestern Tennis

And I think I want to just use that to my advantage and maybe see some new places , travel with some friends . I think my advice for younger athletes who want to go D1 is to understand that it's going to be tough to get there . And You have to make sure that you are enjoying it every part of the way , or the entire experience just will not be as fun as it seems .

Kiley Rabjohns | Northwestern Tennis

During recruiting in high school , I really didn't know where I wanted to go to college . I knew I wanted to go D1 , I knew I wanted to get A good education . And my parents , especially my mom , really wanted me to get a good education .

Kiley Rabjohns | Northwestern Tennis

And also being right on the lake , I know it's cold a lot of the year , but for those months that it's not quite as cold , it's so nice to have the lake right here . I think from playing at the college level , I've become a much better tennis player because everyone at this level is very talented and works extremely hard to get to where they are today . So there's no match that is not extremely challenging .

Kiley Rabjohns | Northwestern Tennis

And I just want to enjoy every moment and kind of get the most that I can out of it , because I know I'm never going to get this opportunity again . Going forward after graduation . I definitely want to have some fun .