B.S. in Sport Management – Sport Administration

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Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Sport Management – Sport Administration

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Learn How to Lead a Sports Organization with Our Bachelor of Science in Sports Management Degree

Our Bachelor of Science in Sport Management – Sport Administration degree program will help you develop the skills you’ll need to lead in the sports industry with excellence and integrity. Designed to teach you how to cast a vision for a sporting organization, our sports administration degree provides you with hands-on learning opportunities in our NCAA sports programs in addition to a variety of internships in settings across the nation.

At Liberty, our mission is to prepare you to impact the world for Christ — wherever He calls you. We believe in combining a dedication to excellence with a quality education that emphasizes biblical values. You want to use your bachelor’s in sports management degree to achieve great things, and we can help you do it all for the glory of Christ.

Pursue Your Degree with Confidence

  • Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
  • Our residential undergraduate sport management programs are accredited through COSMA, the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation.
  • Your professors are industry leaders with years of experience in sports management.
  • Throughout your program, you will have multiple opportunities to get hands-on experience with Liberty University’s athletic teams and a variety of internships.

What Will You Learn?

  • How to run sport facilities and events
  • Leadership theory and practices
  • Principles of sport marketing, administration, finance, and outreach
  • Sport analytics
  • Sport law and policies

Career Opportunities for Sport Administration Graduates

With a degree in sport administration from Liberty, you can be better prepared for career fields such as:

  • Collegiate athletic administration
  • National sport governing bodies
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Resort management
  • Sports compliance

Internships and Resources Available to Sport Management Students

  • Gain real-world experience when you observe and assist with one of Liberty’s many athletic programs, including 20 NCAA Division I and 40+ Club Sports teams.
  • Attend professional development sessions where you can network with faculty and peers.
  • Receive one-on-one support from the sport management internship coordinator as you select the right experiential learning opportunity for you.
  • Your internship opportunities are extensive. Graduates of our program have interned with the MLS National Sales Center, the Florida Panthers, Wake Forest University, the North Carolina High School Athletic Association, and the Portland Timbers.

Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs

Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:

  • Admission application
  • Official high school transcripts
  • Official college transcripts (if applicable)
  • Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
  • Admission essay

*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.

 

Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
120

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Available On Campus

Class Type

Residential

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Aug 18, 2025

Accreditation

COSMA

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