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- School Code: 293600
- Phone: (910) 296-2400
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
46.98%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
8FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$12,151Average 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 Johnson C Smith University 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 North Carolina colleges that offer sports management degrees.
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Johnson C Smith University (JCSU)
133 James Sprunt Drive, Kenansville, NC
Johnson C Smith University is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Charlotte, NC. Many historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Over 1,300 students enroll at Johnson C Smith University yearly.
Students may pick from several areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Social Sciences
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 750 to 960 for the SAT exam and within the range of 15 to 19 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to Johnson C Smith University. Only 29% of applicants are admitted to the school due to the high volume of applicants and the intense competition for the limited enrollment spaces available. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is approximately $19,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Johnson C Smith University. Student housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $4,300 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.
Johnson C Smith University has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.jcsu.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Sports Management Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. JCSU offers a bachelor's degree program in sports management.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 9 |
Female | 7 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 15 |
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 JCSU, 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 admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates JCSU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Johnson C Smith University may provide student services including:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Johnson C Smith University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Track and Field (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Football (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
- Golf
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling