Master of Science in Sports Administration – Native American Leadership Online
Prepare to develop sports programs within a tribal nation with a focus on related Native American history and current events with this online M.S. in Sports Administration – Native American Leadership program.
Program Overview
Discover why our online Native American leadership program stands out
This online Native American Leadership degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University covers areas such as economic development, health and education, social services, culture and language, and tribal governance. The course curriculum provides students with a broad range of knowledge on topics that relate to Native Americans and their communities.
In addition to core coursework that includes subjects such as sports administration, finances and fundraising, this program offers additional coursework that includes Ethnohistory (the study of ethnographic cultures and indigenous customs by examining historical records) and current topics in Indian Country.
Areas such as economic development, health and education, social services, culture and language, and tribal governance will be studied to provide students with a broad range of knowledge as the topics relate to them or their communities.
As a graduate of this M.S. in Sports Administration – Native American Leadership online program, you will be prepared for roles in sports administration within tribal nations, such as:
- Sports Coach
- Physical Education Department Head
- Athletic Programs Administrator
- Director of Fitness Facilities
- Sports Coach
- Physical Education Department Head
- Athletic Programs Administrator
- Director of Fitness Facilities
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SOSU offers four unique areas of emphases in addition to the M.S. in Sports Administration online. Check out all our M.S. in Sports Administration online degree programs.
Tuition
Learn more about our affordable tuition
Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers its students the opportunity to earn their online degree with affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition that includes fees.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Sports Admin – NAL | $388 | $1,164 | $11,640 |
*University reserves the right to change tuition and fees at any time.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. The first step in applying for financial aid is to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SOSU's Federal School Code is 003179.
Contact Us
Student Financial Aid Office425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Phone: 580-745-2186
Fax: 580-745-7469
Email: [email protected]
Tuition breakdown:
"You will only get out of these classes what you put into them. Your instructors will give you the information necessary to better yourself. Use it!"
Darin Grover, Head Women's Basketball Coach and KIN Instructor
Calendar
Know our application deadlines and course schedules
At SOSU, we offer multiple start dates throughout the year so you never have to wait long to get started on your online degree program. The chart below shows upcoming start dates, along with important deadlines, such as when your application should be submitted and when payments are due.
| 8 week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/16/24 | 1/10/25 | 2/25/25 | 3/2/25 |
| Spring II | 3/10/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/17/25 | 3/7/25 | 4/15/25 | 5/4/25 |
| Summer I | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/9/25 | 6/1/25 | 6/29/25 |
| Summer II | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/27/25 | 7/3/25 | 8/10/25 |
| Fall I | 8/18/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/15/25 | 9/15/25 | 10/5/25 |
| Fall II | 10/13/25 | 9/29/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/10/25 | 11/1/25 | 12/7/25 |
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Admissions
Read more about our admission process
Southeastern Oklahoma State University's online M.S. in Sports Administration – Native American Leadership online program has specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
- Online Application
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- No GRE or GMAT required
If you have any special circumstances that need further clarification, please contact us at 844-515-9100.
To meet the admission requirements for the M.S. in Sports Administration online program, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.75 overall GPA or minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of courses, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA AND a current resume demonstrating two years of experience in the field of study—must be reviewed and approved by program coordinator, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university and at least 6 hours in a graduate program from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and must be in good standing at previous university
- NO GRE is required for Southeastern Oklahoma State University online M.S. in Sports Administration programs.
- There is a non-refundable $30 application fee for both domestic and international students.
The M.S. in Sports Administration degree online at SOSU allows a maximum of nine credit hours that can be transferred from another program with approval from the program coordinator.
International Application and Admissions Requirements: Please note, unfortunately, students with an F-1 visa are ineligible for online programs.
- Complete the application.
- Academic Records:
- Original final post-secondary transcript(s) from each college or university attended within the United States.
- Post-secondary records from outside the U.S. must be course-by-course analyzed by a NACES (www.NACES.org) educational credential evaluation service such as IERF or WES or ECE.
- English Proficiency: Internet-based TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS Academic score of 6.5; taken within 2 years of enrollment.
- For TOEFL, have your score report sent to Southeastern (institution code: 6657).
- For IELTS, let us know your TRF number.
- You do not need TOEFL or IELTS scores if you meet one of the following:
- English is your first language from a country whose official language is English
- You have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university
- You have a bachelor’s degree from an English speaking country
Official sealed transcripts from all previous institutions should be sent to Southeastern Oklahoma State University:
Southeastern Oklahoma State University/Registrar425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Email: [email protected]
Courses
Explore these unique online sports administration classes
For the M.S. in Sports Administration – Native American Leadership online, you will complete a total of 10 courses equaling 30 credit hours.