Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at Midwestern 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 Texas colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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Midwestern State University

3600 N Garfield, Midland, TX

Midwestern State University is a public institution located in Wichita Falls, TX and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Nearly six thousand students enroll at Midwestern State University yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs MSU offers:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions office. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score within the range of 1360 to 1645 on the SAT, or 20 to 24 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 52% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 45 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.mwsu.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $6,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $7,000 for the year. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,500 annually. Some students at Midwestern State University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

The Midwestern State University Mustangs participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)
• Softball (NCAA Division II)

Students should take a look at the school's primary website to view additional information about the school, campus life, athletics, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Midwestern State University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (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

• Midland, TX
  • Total Employment: 320
  • Average Annual Salary: $45880

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

• Midland, TX
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.19
  • Average Annual Salary: $35760

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