Welcome to CollegeSoccer.US

CollegeSoccer.US was founded to support ambitious student-athletes from the United States and around the world in identifying—and successfully pursuing—the college pathway that best aligns with their academic goals, athletic potential, and long-term aspirations.

A young student-athlete’s request for guidance represents both a profound responsibility and a rare opportunity: the chance to meaningfully shape a life through informed, principled, and experienced mentorship.

In addition to college placement support, CollegeSoccer.US coordinates elite international training opportunities for American players seeking to accelerate their development. These immersive experiences take place in Germany and range from two weeks to three months, providing players with exposure to one of the world’s most respected soccer development environments.

Richard Möller, Founder and Recruiting Specialist, was born, grew up and developed as a player in Germany:

“I have been fortunate to compete for several prestigious clubs—including Wormatia Worms, Waldhof Mannheim, and 1. FC Kaiserslautern—as well as represent the German Youth National Teams. Throughout my career, I trained alongside exceptional talent and learned under highly regarded coaches. Germany’s player development system is widely recognized as one of the best in the world, and as U.S. soccer continues its remarkable progress, creating pathways for American players to train in Germany is a natural and forward-thinking step in the evolution of player development.”

CollegeSoccer.US also partners with several prestigious soccer academies in Germany to offer a comprehensive Residential Program beginning at age 16. This unique program allows students to earn an accredited high school diploma while receiving high-level soccer training in a professional European environment.

Additionally, graduates of high school may join one of the academies for a Gap Year Program, spending one or two years in Germany competing at a high level, developing independence, and immersing themselves in German culture before continuing their academic and athletic careers at a university in the United States.

At CollegeSoccer.US, our mission is simple: to open doors globally, guide purposefully, and help student-athletes reach their full potential—on the field, in the classroom, and in life.

About the Founder

Richard Möller was awarded a full athletic scholarship to attend Towson University, where he competed from 1995–1999 and established himself as one of the most accomplished student-athletes in the program’s history. During his collegiate career, Richard became the first student-athlete at Towson to earn a series of prestigious honors, including NSCAA Division I All-American, NSCAA Scholar All-American, America East Conference Player of the Year, and ECAC Scholar-Athlete of the Year. In recognition of his extraordinary achievements, he was later inducted into the Towson University Athletics Hall of Fame.

Richard earned a Bachelor of Arts from Towson University, a Master of Science from Smith College, and completed doctoral coursework toward a PhD at the University of Maryland (ABD). Following his graduation, he was selected in the professional draft by both the Maryland Mania of the A-League (Territorial Pick), an affiliate of D.C. United, and the Baltimore Blast (No. 2 overall pick), launching a professional career in both outdoor and indoor soccer.

After two seasons as a professional athlete, Richard transitioned into coaching, beginning a distinguished collegiate coaching careermarked by sustained excellence. He held coaching appointments at Dartmouth College, Johns Hopkins University, and Vassar College, leading his teams to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances, including eight Sweet Sixteen, six Elite Eight, and one Final Fourappearance. His leadership and competitive success were recognized with four Coach of the Year awards. In parallel, Richard earned his UEFA A-License in Germany and served for several years as an assistant with the German Youth National Teams.

Prior to relocating to the United States, Richard enjoyed an elite youth career in Germany. He led 1. FC Kaiserslautern, one of the country’s most prominent youth academies, to a U19 Bundesliga Title. At the age of 16, he declined a professional contract with Kaiserslautern in order to prioritize his academic development. He captained both State and Regional Teams, was a four-year member of the German Youth National Team, and earned his Abitur from Albert-Einstein-Gymnasium in 1994.

Reflecting on his own recruiting journey, Richard notes:

“I vividly remember my conversations with college coaches, each presenting a compelling vision for their university and program. While the attention was flattering, it made the decision process increasingly complex. In hindsight, guidance from someone with both elite athletic and academic experience—particularly a former collegiate player or coach—would have been invaluable in navigating such a pivotal, life-shaping decision.”