Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at Oklahoma Panhandle 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 Oklahoma colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU)

1105 Stonewall Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma Panhandle State University, a public institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma, it offers a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Oklahoma Panhandle State University exceeds a thousand annually.

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

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Agriculture Operations
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 710 to 950 for the SAT exam and in a range of 16 to 20 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to this school. Oklahoma Panhandle State University admits about 90 percent of applicants. Of those accepted, around 62 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $6,300 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is around $990 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The mascot for Oklahoma Panhandle State University is the "Aggies", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

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

Students may visit the website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program

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

Salary & Wages

• Oklahoma City, OK
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Annual Salary: $95690

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

• Oklahoma City, OK
  • Total Employment: 860
  • Average Annual Salary: $31010

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

• Oklahoma City, OK
  • Total Employment: 920
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.94
  • Average Annual Salary: $31080

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