How Juventus combine football and education for Academy players

After his playing career ended, Chiellini took on a management role with LAFC and then returned to Juventus, where he now serves as Head of Football Institutional Relations.

The 41-year-old won nine Serie A titles as a footballer at Juventus, making 561 appearances with the Bianconeri.

At J College, Juventus oversee their young players’ education.

The J College is a secondary school dedicated to students and athletes established by Juventus in partnership with the Agnelli Institute in September 2012.

It stands out as the first school in Italy to be directly managed by a professional sports club, and it is officially recognised by the Ministry of Education, University and Research.

Created to support young footballers pursuing sporting careers, the College is designed to balance intensive training with academic development.

Over the years, Juventus have strengthened their educational commitment through key partnerships, such as those with the International School of Europe and the World International School.

The academic program is shaped by the club’s priorities, particularly the need for flexible scheduling to accommodate morning and afternoon training sessions.

TURIN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 08: A general view during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and SS Lazio at the Juventus stadium on February 08, 2026 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Marco Rosi – SS Lazio/Getty Images)

This ambitious project aims to deliver a comprehensive education that integrates classroom learning with athletic development.

The J College has also received several awards through the years. In September 2013, the European Club Association awarded Andrea Agnelli the ECA Best Achievement Award in the Youth Development category, acknowledging the J College as the leading educational project among European football clubs dedicated to youth development.