Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at Eastern Washington 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 Washington colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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Eastern Washington University

1341 N. Northlake Way Suite 150, Seattle, WA

Eastern Washington University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Cheney, Washington and publically funded. Approximately twelve thousand students are enrolled per year at EWU.

Students may select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Public Administration And Social Services
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken to apply to EWU. Scores within the range of 18 - 23 on the ACT or 1260 - 1600 on the SAT are needed to increase the chance of getting accepted. An estimated 80% of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 48% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at ewu.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $8,000, while out-of-state residents pay $19,000 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The EWU Eagles participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.ewu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Eastern Washington University offers a master'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

Salary & Wages

• Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Annual Salary: $103000

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

• Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Annual Salary: $46080
• Tacoma-Lakewood, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 610
  • Average Annual Salary: $36550

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

• Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $46110
• Tacoma-Lakewood, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 660
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $52570

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