Online M.S. in Sport and Fitness Administration FAQs

Application requirements: In addition to the general requirements for admission to graduate study at Winthrop, the applicant must also submit official transcripts, a personal statement, a résumé or CV and two recommendations.

Visit the admissions overview page to learn more about the admissions requirements for the M.S. in Sport and Fitness Administration.

You can complete the online M.S. in Sport and Fitness Administration in less than two years as a full-time student.  Students also have the option to complete the program part-time.

No, the master's in sport and fitness administration is a 100% online program.

The sport and fitness administration master's degree costs $700 per credit hour. Visit the tuition page for more about costs.

Financial aid is available to those who qualify. To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Winthrop University’s FAFSA code is 003456.

For more information about financial aid, visit our financial aid page.

Winthrop University's online M.S. in Sport and Fitness Administration gives you:

• Preparation to oversee sport and fitness programming in a leadership position
• The credentials to advance in growing sport management fields
• Access to a thriving network of alumni who work in the industry
• Mentorship from faculty with specialized experience in a variety of disciplines, including coaching, global sports, health, physical education, exercise science and sport and fitness administration and management
• The choice between a thesis or practicum track

No. In the online Master of Science in Sport and Fitness Administration, you can access our online learning system and your coursework anytime, day or night. Most requirements can be completed on your schedule, whether it's part-time or full-time. However, some course-specific tasks, including readings, assignments and tests, must be completed by the due dates set by each professor.

Yes. Online courses in the M.S. in Sport and Fitness Administration cover the same curriculum and are taught by the same instructors in a fully online format. As an online student at Winthrop University, you'll receive the same diploma as on-campus students. Your diploma will not specify the modality of the program.

Winthrop's online master's degree in sport and fitness administration is ideal if you seek a leadership or management position in the sports industry. Potential job titles include:

• Athlete Development Specialist
• Athletic Academics Coordinator
• Athletic Director
• Compliance and Risk Management Specialist
• Contract Administrator
• Event Coordinator
• Facilities Manager
• Marketing Coordinator
• NCAA Compliance Manager
• Operations Manager
• Public Relations Manager
• Sales Coordinator
• Sport Lawyer

You might also choose to enroll in a Ph.D. program in sport management or a related field. Learn more about career opportunities for the online sport and fitness administration master's degree.