Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania 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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Lincoln University of Pennsylvania

9191 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Lincoln University of Pennsylvania is a public historically black institution located in Lincoln University, PA. 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. Nearly 2,400 students enroll at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania per year.

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

• Public Administration And Social Services
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. The majority of students admitted to this school have an SAT score in a range of 1143 - 1400, or an ACT score in a range of 16 - 19. Roughly 40 percent of all applicant were accepted at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania, with 15 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $10,000 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $15,000 per year. Student housing is available for students and costs about $5,000 per year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

This school has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.lincoln.edu.  Alternatively, you can simply request admissions information from this page as you work towards a decision point for your college future.

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

• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 380

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 630
  • Average Annual Salary: $48320
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $49190
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 510
  • Average Annual Salary: $36370

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.52
  • Average Annual Salary: $46840
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $36370
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 870
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.51
  • Average Annual Salary: $34340

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