Sports Management Degree

The sports management program at Taylor 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 Indiana colleges that offer sports management degrees.

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Taylor University

1501 Hartford Street, Lafayette, IN

Taylor University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Upland, Indiana, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The Interdenominational affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Enrollment at Taylor University is nearly 2,600 annually.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 1505 to 1900 on the SAT, or 23 to 29 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 84% of those who apply are admitted to Taylor University, of which 30% choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at taylor.edu.

Tuition is approximately $30,000 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. The price of on-campus housing is about $4,300 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Taylor University "Trojans" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the Taylor University website to obtain a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Management Program

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

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.

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

• Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
  • Total Employment: 190

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

• Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $25440

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