Sports Medicine Degree

The sports medicine program at University of Arkansas 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 Arkansas colleges that offer sports medicine degrees.

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University of Arkansas

2000 North B St, Fort Smith, AR

The University of Arkansas offers degree programs in everything from history to drama, engineering to geosciences, and accounting to animal science or landscape architecture. Many students take courses abroad during their college careers, completing their degrees under the auspices of University of Arkansas. Students at the graduate and undergraduate levels participate in research, development and inventions.

There is a prestigious faculty at University of Arkansas, and past faculty members in the School of Law were Bill and Hillary Clinton. Alumni of the University include top executives of national and international companies, and award-winning writers, scientists, and more. A particularly notable alumnus of the University was J. William Fulbright, a Rhodes Scholar who later became president of the University and a U.S. Senator. He founded the Fulbright Grant Program, one of the greatest international exchange programs for faculty and students in the world.

History

The University of Arkansas was founded in 1871 as a land-grant university and state university. The community of Fayetteville raised the funding for the university's campus as part of a competition inspired by the Organic Act of 1871 to support agricultural and industrial education.

Academics

The academic calendar for the University of Arkansas follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters.

Colleges and Schools

• Honors College
• Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences
• Fay Jones School of Architecture
• J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences
• Sam M. Walton College of Business
• College of Education and Health Professions
• College of Engineering
• Global Campus
• Graduate School
• School of Law

Student Life

The University of Arkansas boasts 300 registered student clubs and organizations for those looking to get involved with groups that focus on special interests, religion, culture, academics, professional careers, and more. There are also many local chapters of sororities and fraternities available for involvement. The intramural sports program offers activities and tournaments for students who seek active involvement beyond the classroom. The Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (HPER) building offers many opportunities for exercise and fitness, including racquetball, basketball, swimming, and rock climbing, among others.

There are more than one dozen residence halls that offer on-campus living at the University of Arkansas, and there are many opportunities for off-campus living as well. The eateries on campus offer plenty of selection and dining options.

Other venues and activities on campus that offer recreation and entertainment include music and theatre performances, art exhibits, poetry readings, guest lectures, and outdoor movies.

Student services include counseling, healthcare and wellness services, and academic guidance and support.

Traditions

The school colors for the University of Arkansas are red and white. Since 1909, the school mascot has been a razorback hog, when the athletic coach referred to his teams as "...a wild band of razorback hogs." The athletic teams have been nicknamed the Arkansas "Razorbacks" ever since.

Beginning in the 1920s, the Arkansas Hog Call, or school yell, was heard at school games. It sounds like "Wooo, Pig, Sooie."

The logo of the Arkansas "Razorbacks" is known officially as the "Profile Hog," but is called the "Helmet Hog" by fans, because it is emblazoned on the team football helmets.

Athletics

The University of Arkansas "Razorbacks" athletic teams compete in many intercollegiate sports, including:

Men's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Football
• Golf
• Soccer
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Wrestling 

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Gymnastics
• Soccer
• Softball
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

The University of Arkansas has one, primary campus in Fayetteville, AK.

Community Life

Fayetteville, Arkansas is located in a "metroplex" area that is home to many large corporations, including Tyson Foods and Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Recent reports have named Fayetteville one of the "Best Performing Cities" for its economic performance, and "One of America's Most Livable Cities." It is considered one of the least stressful metro areas in the nation, and an excellent place to live, study and retire.

Students Enrolled in the Sports Medicine Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Arkansas 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

• Fort Smith, AR-OK
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Annual Salary: $44970

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

• Fort Smith, AR-OK
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $13.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $28690

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