Program Overview
The Master of Science in Sports Administration – General online degree program is designed to prepare you for management or administrative opportunities in professional sports, intercollegiate or interscholastic athletics, sports facilities and sports marketing and management agencies.
In addition to core requirement courses in the sports administration and sports science disciplines, the M.S. in Sports Administration – General emphasis provides graduate students support coursework which focuses on nutritional strategies, the development of strength training programs to maximize athletic performance, and advanced coaching techniques.
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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.
Why earn an M.S. in Sports Administration from SOSU?
Hear what our dedicated faculty and students have to say about our affordable programs, which cover real-world topics and prepare students for a variety of career paths in athletics.
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.
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Additional Fees
Application: $25
International Student Application: $65
*Tuition and fees as of Spring 2019. 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]
"The Sports Administration degree covers a lot of different areas—anything from sports science to a little bit of sports medicine."
Aaron CornellM.S. in Sports Administration student
Calendar
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.
| Term | Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer I 2021 | 5/10/2021 | 4/26/2021 | 4/26/2021 | 5/7/2021 | 5/31/2021 | 6/27/2021 |
| Summer II 2021 | 6/28/2021 | 6/14/2021 | 6/14/2021 | 6/25/2021 | 7/31/2021 | 8/15/2021 |
| Fall I 2021 | 8/23/2021 | 8/9/2021 | 8/9/2021 | 8/20/2021 | 9/30/2021 | 10/10/2021 |
| Fall II 2021 | 10/18/2021 | 10/4/2021 | 10/4/2021 | 10/15/2021 | 11/30/2021 | 12/12/2021 |
Admissions
Southeastern Oklahoma State University's online M.S. in Sports Administration 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
Current Resume
Online Application
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Current Resume
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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
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. There is a non-refundable $55 application fee.
- 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
For the M.S. in Sports Administration – General online, you will complete a total of 10 courses equaling 30 credit hours.
KIN 5003: Sport in Society
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Review and analysis of sociological phenomena related to sports.
KIN 5053: Applied Research & Statistics in Sports
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A study of research methodology and literature related to sports. The course is designed to develop correct application of research methods and statistical process decision-making relative to continuous improvement in coaching and sports management.
KIN 5103: Administration of Athletics
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Problems, policies and procedures involved in the administration of athletics.
KIN 5113: Sport Management, Finances, and Fund Raising
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to study the management, financing, marketing and sponsorships of sports programs.
KIN 5123: Facility Management & Event Planning
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A study in the planning and developing of sports facilities as well as event management. Emphasis: 6 hours.
KIN 5303: Contemporary Issues
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A study of current issues involving philosophical and administrative issues in physical education and sports.
KIN 5603: Legal Aspects
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Legal aspects of sport administration, coaching, and teaching physical education. Topics include the analysis of legal issues such as liability, negligence, risk management, tort law, and application of sport law.
KIN 5863: Skills, Strategies, Techniques for Coaching
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Methods of teaching sport skills in a variety of sports. The purpose is to promote athletes' growth, development and learning in all areas of sports. A study of the trends and issues related to the development and maintenance of athletic abilities in a variety of sports.
Students must choose two of the following courses. Other elective courses may be selected at the discretion of the department's Graduate Committee.
KIN 5023: Foundations of Exercise Science
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
A cross-disciplinary course that provides students with a broad foundation of the various sub-disciplines of sport and exercise science including the anatomical, biomechanical, physiological, nutritional and psychological bases of human movement.
KIN 5753: Sport Nutrition
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
The study of nutrition as it relates to human energy production, utilization during exercise, fitness, and sports performance. Special emphasis is given to energy needs for specific types of physical activity, current theories related to weight gain/loss, the relationships between diet and training for optimum performance, and sports performance-enhancing substances.
KIN 5843: Advanced Strength Development
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
The theoretical and practical applications of strength training and conditioning. Special emphasis is given to the development of sport- and event-specific strength and conditioning programs, sports-specific performance demands, and individual performance optimization. Programs shall be based upon the performance requirements associated with musculoskeletal strength and flexibility, body composition, cardiovascular endurance, and nutritional recommendations.
KIN 5903 Advanced Coaching Football
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Individual skills and their incorporation into game strategy. Comparative examination of offenses and defenses with special emphasis on analytics.
KIN 5923 Advanced Coaching Baseball
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Individual skills and their incorporation into game strategy. Comparative examination of offenses and defenses with special emphasis on analytics.
KIN 5953: Advanced Coaching Basketball
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Individual skills and their incorporation into game strategy. Comparative examination of offenses and defenses.
