Discover Your Future in the Sports Industry—Earn a Master’s in Sport Studies Online
Ride the Green Wave this Summer!
Get on the fast track to graduation day—learn how Tulane SoPA can help.
Take your first step toward a fulfilling career in Sport Studies.
I left the Marine Corps with a wife and two little girls that needed to be provided for. The classes I took in the fields of Homeland Security and Emergency Management opened up an entire career field that I had barely paid attention to before my time at Tulane. I am now the Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director for a county in Alabama.
Russ T.
When Do Classes Start?
Six-Week Session I starts May 21st
Apply by May 6th
Six-Week Session II starts July 2nd
Apply by June 18th
12-Week and Online Sessions starts May 21st
Apply by May 6th
Join one of the fastest-growing career sectors in the U.S. with a Master of Science in Sport Studies from Tulane’s School of Professional Advancement, offered in partnership with the Center for Sport. Find out how the 33-credit online MS in Sport Studies program can help you make your next move. Applying is simple. No GRE or letters of recommendation required.
Whether you’re an athletic trainer or coach seeking additional certifications or pursuing advancement in a sport-related career, this program will build on your experiences and interests to give you the knowledge and expertise needed to compete for high-level jobs in the sports industry.
It’s your future. Find out how the MS in Sport Studies program can help you make your next move.
Secure a Career in the Sports Industry
The MS in Sport Studies is designed to deliver the professional knowledge and skills you need to stay competitive or pursue a new career in the sports industry.
Give Your Sports Career a Competitive Edge
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- Athletics / Assistant Athletics Director
- Head / Assistant Coach
- Director of Sports Management
- Director of Event / Stadium Security
- Special Events Coordinator
- Sports Facilities Manager
- Team Programs & Operations Manager
- Sport Business Operations Manager
- Club Sport Director
- Lecturer in Sport Studies
- Director of Compliance
- Media Relations
- Tournament Director
Classes in the MPS in Sport Studies launch in January 2020.
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Experience an Incredibly Engaging Online Program
At Tulane SoPA, we have developed one of the most interactive, engaging, and relevant online programs in higher education. With situational topics to mimic real-world athletic scenarios, realistic videos, interactive activities, and access to professionals in the field, you will never just watch a Powerpoint. Earn your graduate degree 100% online without putting your personal or professional life on hold.
Achieve Your Goals More Quickly with Graduate Certificates
Earn a graduate certificate in one semester. Our four-course certificates include Sport Administration, Sport Coaching, Sports Medicine, and Sport Security. These certificates can be stacked towards your MS degree, allowing you to make measurable progress to your degree while advancing your professional qualifications.
A Prestigious Degree With Name Recognition
Tulane University is a world-renowned institution and home to the Center for Sport—a one-of-a-kind, interdisciplinary alliance of sports industry professionals, scholars, and athletes. Learn from professors who have real-world experience in the sports industry at all levels of play, in all areas where sport touches people.
You Can Afford a Tulane Education
You can earn your master’s degree from an elite institution for less than $31,000 when you qualify for our 20% discount. You may also qualify for credit for military, first responder, or professional experience, and financial aid. A financial advisor will help you determine your eligibility and pursue the right type of aid to supplement the cost of your education.
Simple Admission Process
The admissions process at Tulane SoPA is easy. We require transcripts from your undergraduate institution and a short application. We do not require a GRE or letters of recommendation.
Number of credit hours:
33
Time to complete:
as quickly as 4 semesters
Tuition:
$3,738 per course, $2,990 per course with a 20% discount
Instruction:
100% online, flexible schedules
Admission:
No GRE required
Projected New Jobs:
63,900
Projected Growth rate:
26%
“What I enjoyed most about being a SoPA student was the encouragement and patience of the professors as well as the flexibility of the online classes. I’m extremely grateful for that experience and the opportunity to earn my master’s degree at a manageable pace.”
Doshia Woods,
Kinesiology
As a Sport Studies graduate, a wide range of career opportunities await.
Sport Studies
Degree outcomes:
- Gain practical, professional skills for pursuing a career in sports
- Learn how sports franchises and leagues promote themselves
- Understand ethical issues in sports, the role sports have in uniting and diving communities, and the psychology behind athletic performance
33
credit
hours
Complete in as little as
15
months
Sports Medicine
Certificate outcomes:
- Gain foundational knowledge and skills important to the recognition, care, prevention, and rehabilitation of athletic injury
- Develop a diverse base of knowledge and skills in medicine, conditioning, and nutrition
- Learn how to research sports performance methods and how to assess and respond to emergency sport injury situations
credit
hours
12
6
Complete
in as little as
months
Stack credits toward your master’s degree
Sport Coaching
Certificate outcomes:
- Learn what it takes to succeed in the fast-paced sports industry
- Maximize your professional potential in sports coaching
- Gain a thorough understanding of the psychology and physicality of coaching
12
credit
hours
Complete
in as little as
6
months
Stack credits toward your master’s degree
Sport Security
Certificate outcomes:
- Learn the basics of emergency management, physical security, and major threats faced by sporting and event venues
- Gain vast knowledge across a range of topics, including sports and culture, leadership and decision-making in disasters, and risk management
12
credit
hours
Complete
in as little as
6
months
Stack credits toward your master’s degree
Elevate Your Career With a Master’s Degree or Stackable Graduate Certificate
Sport Administration
Certificate outcomes:
- Gain knowledge of the operational and administrative functions of sports management
- Master the building blocks of sports administration, including marketing, communications, and finance
- Enhance your career opportunities and become qualified for key sports leadership roles, including sports facilities manager, head coach, team operations manager, and director of sports management
12
credit
hours
Complete in as little as
6
months
Stack credits toward your master’s degree
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Spring: January 1
Summer Session I: May 1
Summer Session II: June 1
Fall: August 1
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Spring: January 1 | Summer Session I: May 1 | Summer Session II: June 1 | Fall: August 1
Key Concepts
- Sport Management and Administration: Understanding the business side of +sports, including event management, marketing, finance, and organizational behavior.
- Exercise Science and Physiology: Studying the physical and biological aspects of sports performance, including biomechanics, kinesiology, and nutrition.
- Psychology of Sport: Exploring mental aspects of athletic performance, motivation, team dynamics, and the psychological benefits of physical activity.
- Sociology of Sport: Examining the cultural and societal impact of sports, including issues of diversity, inclusion, and the role of sports in community and identity.
- Ethics and Law in Sport: Learning about legal issues, ethical considerations, and governance in sports, including topics like doping, sportsmanship, and regulatory compliance.