Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Sports Management
Turn Your Passion for Sports into a Career by Earning an Online Bachelor’s in Sports Management Degree
Liberty University’s online Bachelor of Science in Sports Management is designed to help you meet the demands of the growing sports industry. The program is designed to provide you with an interdisciplinary curriculum built on a biblical worldview, working with public recreation and park systems, facility and event management, intercollegiate athletics, professional sports organizations, or community-based amateur athletic programs.
Over the last few decades, there has been tremendous growth in the sports industry. If you are someone who is passionate about sports and ready to join this exciting career field, then Liberty University’s bachelor’s in sports management is well-suited for you.
What Will You Study in Our Bachelor’s in Sports Management Degree?
- Administration and Organization in Sports and Recreation
- Communication technology in sports
- History of sports
- Sociology of sport
Liberty’s Bachelor of Science in Sports Management curriculum is unique because our classes are taught from a Christian worldview. Liberty University is known for producing graduates who are sought after, and considering the numerous sports leagues, the job opportunities in this field continually expand.
Sports Management Degree Potential Career Options
- Coaching
- Collegiate athletic administration
- Facility and arena management
- Front-office positions with professional teams
Sports Management Degree Benefits
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online B.S. in Sports Management degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training.
Credit Hours

Available Online
Class Type
Online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC