Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at Corban University prepares students for a career as a fitness worker, physical therapist, or athletic trainer. The program focuses on activities and principles that promote physical fitness, achieve and maintain athletic prowess, and accomplish research and service goals. Program courses include: human movement studies, motivation studies, rules and practice of specific sports, exercise and fitness, principles and techniques, basic athletic injury prevention and treatment, and organizing and leading fitness and sports programs. Get more details below including other Oregon colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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Corban University

2219 SE 68th Ave, Portland, OR

Corban University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Salem, Oregon and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Warriors is nearly a thousand yearly.

Areas of study offered at Warriors include:

• Psychology
• Business Administration
• Education
• English
• Biblical Studies
• Health Services

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken to apply to this school. Scores between 20 - 26 on the ACT or 1416 - 1770 on the SAT are recommended to increase your chances for admission. Corban University accepts roughly 40% of applicants yearly. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 25% of students attended the school.

Tuition is approximately $28,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Some students at Corban University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Warriors through the NAIA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Sports available:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)
• Softball (NAIA Division I)

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.corban.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Corban University offers a bachelor's degree program in sports medicine.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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.

Athletes and Sports Competitors

Description

Compete in athletic events.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, athletes and sports competitors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

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

Salary & Wages

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $40550

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

Salary & Wages

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $47010

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).