Master’s in Coaching & Administration Beyond the Whistle
36
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Learn the Techniques of Training the Team in Our Master’s in Sports Management – Coaching and Athletic Administration Degree Online
An online Master of Science (MS) in Sport Management – Coaching and Athletic Administration degree can equip you with the foundational training you need to be a successful coach at the high school, college, or professional level. To be an effective leader in athletics, you’ll need training in athletic development, psychology, leadership, nutrition, and exercise science to fulfill the roles of mentor, teacher, and motivator.
Liberty University’s 100% online master’s degree in sports management with a coaching and athletic administration specialization will provide this training so that you are fully equipped to coach the students or professionals in your care.
Why Choose Liberty’s Thesis Track Master’s in Sports Management – Coaching and Athletic Administration Degree Online?
If you have a love of sports and a desire to go beyond the game to becoming a sports management professional or a coach, then our master’s in sports management degree with a specialization in coaching and athletic administration should be at the top of your list.
Our online program will build your professional skill set and résumé by providing you with training on how you can impact lives through sports. Additionally, Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges (SACSCOC) – so you can be confident that you are receiving a world-class education.
We involve your faith throughout our Master of Science in Sports Management – Coaching and Athletic Administration degree online to blend academic excellence with personal integrity so you are prepared to lead by example. We live out our mission to help you become a successful professional and individual in the field of sports administration.
What Will You Study in Our Master’s in Sports Management – Coaching and Athletic Administration Degree Online (Thesis Track)?
Liberty University’s master’s in sports management online with a specialization in coaching and athletic administration will provide you with the opportunity to delve deeper into the complexities of high school, college, and university coaching and athletic administration that are relevant to your passions and career choice. You can learn the tools and skills needed to effectively communicate as a leader and administrator in your field.
If you pursue the thesis track of our Master of Science in Sports Management degree, you will develop a thesis proposal, conduct research, and defend your thesis upon completion. This experience is valuable, especially if you wish to further your education as a doctoral candidate. Often, thesis projects can be published for public consumption where you could become an expert on the subject matter.
Potential Career Opportunities
The online master’s in sports management degree opens the door to these potential careers:
- Athletic event planner
- Coach
- Promotion and development administration
- Sports management information professional
Featured Courses
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Business.
- View the Graduate Business Course Guides (login required).
Degree Completion Plan
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
Graduate Full Time | $565/Credit |
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Graduate Part Time | $615/Credit |
Military Graduate | $275/Credit |
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Admission Information for Our Online Coaching and Sports Administration Master’s Degree
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing. Applicants who have earned a master’s degree or at least 12 graduate credits from an accredited institution will be assessed on the basis of the master’s-level degree work.
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your master’s degree after the last day of class for your bachelor’s degree.
- Complete a Bachelor’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official/unofficial transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
- If you are a current Liberty University student completing your undergraduate degree, you will need to submit a Degree/Certificate Completion Application.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new master’s degree.
Dual Enrollment
Please see the Online Dual Enrollment page for information about starting graduate courses while finishing your bachelor’s degree.
Transcript Policies
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Admissions Office Contact Information
Liberty University Online Admissions Verification
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Lynchburg, VA 24515
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who service in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 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)
*Not applicable to certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of earning a Master’s in Sports Management degree?
- Increased job opportunities in the field of sports management
- Online courses taught by experienced professionals with real-world experience
- Convenient 8-week, 100% online courses in our sports management degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of your required classes (visit the transfer policy page for more information)
How long does it take to complete this degree?
You can complete this degree program in 36 credit hours.
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