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General Contact
- School Code: 100140
- Phone: (301) 687-4000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
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96%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,186Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Sports Management Degree
The sports management program at Garrett College prepares students for a career in academic and professional sporting groups, fitness, and health-focused positions with athletes, and retail management for sporting goods. The program focuses on applying business, coaching, and physical education, administration and management of athletic programs and teams. Program courses include: program planning and development, business and financial management principles, sales, marketing, and recruitment, scheduling and management, public relations, legal aspects of sports, and applicable health and safety standards. Get more details below including other Maryland colleges that offer sports management degrees.
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Garrett College
Also known as Garrett Community College
101 Braddock Road, Frostburg, MD
Garrett College was founded as Garrett Community College in 1967. Located in McHenry, Maryland, the school is near the scenic Deep Creek Lake and is near several sports facilities. Garrett College provides Associate's degree programs for all interested in pursuing higher education and is one of few community colleges to offer on campus housing at one of its two dormitories.
Academics
Garrett College provides a wide variety of programs for transfer and vocational students. Transfer students to 4 year institutions from Garrett College typically outperform other students in the state of Maryland. All members of the faculty are credentialed and will meet with four year counterparts once a year to discuss educational trends.
Some programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
All students who are sixteen years of age or older and have a high school diploma or GED. Interested students should fill out and submit the application and pay all necessary fees.
Garrett College offers financial aid assistance and suggests that all students fill out and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to see if they are eligible.
Athletics
Garrett College sports teams are known as the Lakers and the school participates in the National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA).
Sports available are:
- Cross Country
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Baseball
- Softball
- Golf
Students Enrolled in the Sports Management Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Garrett College has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than One Year Certificate | 1 |
Associate's Degree | 6 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 3 |
Female | 4 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 6 |
Multiple Races | 1 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Sports Management program at Garrett College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Coaches and Scouts
Description
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, coaches and scouts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors
Description
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, fitness trainers and aerobics instructors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.4% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Garrett College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Garrett College may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
Intercollegiate Athletics
Garrett Community College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Softball
- Volleyball
- Wrestling