Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at Mayville State 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 North Dakota colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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Mayville State University

Also known as UMary/Marauders

7500 University Dr, Bismarck, ND

Mayville State University, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Mayville, North Dakota, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Mayville State University, with only about 1000 students enrolled, provides smaller class sizes and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Mayville State University offers:

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

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, admitting any students that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of school records, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs.  Key admissions information and registration data can be located by visiting the school's site.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs around $6,700 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $9,100 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $1,900. Mayville State University may provide financial aid for students who qualify in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Mayville State University is the "Comets", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

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

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at mayvillestate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program

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

Salary & Wages

• Bismarck, ND
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Annual Salary: $26310

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

• Bismarck, ND
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.32
  • Average Annual Salary: $29780

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