Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at Marywood 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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Marywood University (Marywood)

5 Swan Street, Mansfield, PA

Marywood provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Scranton, Pennsylvania and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately 3,500 students enroll at Marywood per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Public Administration And Social Services
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• Education

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score between 1410 to 1690 on the SAT, or 20 to 26 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 70% of those students that apply are admitted to Marywood University, of which 30% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $31,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their costs. Students at Marywood University may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Marywood through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.marywood.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Marywood 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

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).