Admission Requirements: Master of Science in Sport Administration

Next Term Application Deadline

12.11.2023

Total Credits

30 credit hours

Next Term Starts

01.08.2024

Spring 2024 Application Fee Waived

Active Military & Veteran Scholarship

Request More Information from an Enrollment Advisor

Step 1 of 2

Program of Interest*
Program requires the completion of an associate degree program. Have you earned an associate degree?*
- Yes (*includes in-progress degree)
- No
Desired Start Date*

Name*
First Name Last Name
Email*
Country*

Country
State*
State
ZIP
Hidden
*
Region Postal Code
Phone*
Phone*
Military Affiliated
Freely given consent from contact*
By submitting this form I accept the privacy policy and understand that University of Cincinnati may contact me via telephone, email, and/or text messages about educational programs using an automated technology.*
CAPTCHA
Phone
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Spring 2024 Application Fee Waived

Apply now and save the $65 application fee. Start your journey today.

Active Military & Veteran Scholarship

You could be eligible for up to $2500 per semester. Learn more today.

Admission Requirements

Admission into The University of Cincinnati’s Master of Sport Administration online program is selective and based on meeting the requirements outlined below.

Prerequisites

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college/university.
An overall 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) or higher from all previous undergraduate coursework. Those with less than a 3.0 GPA, may be considered for acceptance if the applicant takes the GRE or has a minimum of 3 years work experience in Sport Administration post bachelor degree.
Proof of English proficiency if English is not the applicant’s native language.

Admission Materials

Resume or CV.
Transcripts.
Goal Statement.
Two Letters of Reference.

Transfer Credits for Advanced Standing

Up to 12 of graduate credits may be transferred. Talk to your enrollment advisor to discuss specifics and how to start the petition process.

Application Requirements

Bachelor Degree GPA Requirement Official Transcripts Resume References Goal Statement GRE or GRE Waiver Application Fee International Student Requirements

Bachelor Degree

A bachelor’s degree from a college or university regarded as standard by a regional or national accrediting agency.

GPA Requirement

At least a B average (3.0/4.0 system) in undergraduate course work. If the applicant has a lower GPA, they must show promise to get a 3.0 that is judged satisfactory by the admitting program and the Graduate School.

Official Transcripts

Transcripts of all college or university grades. Note: For the application, you may upload unofficial transcripts. When admitted, you will need to submit your official transcripts.

Resume

Current resume or curriculum vitae.

References

Two letters of reference from individuals who know you professionally or academically.

Goal Statement

Applicants will need to provide a letter detailing their interest in the program and how it may match future professional goals.

GRE or GRE Waiver

Applicants with an undergraduate GPA below 3.0 will need to receive a score of 297 or higher on their GRE or request for a GRE waiver. To be eligible for the GRE waiver, the prospective student must have three or more years of post-undergraduate sport industry work experience.

Application Fee

Complete the University of Cincinnati online graduate application; $65 domestic/$70 international application fee.

*application fee currently waived

International Student Requirements

For International students, an English proficiency test:

TOEFL minimum Internet-based 80
- Paper-based 520
- Computer-based 190
IELTS minimum 6.5

FAQs

What Salary Can You Make With Your MS In Sport Administration?

According to ZipRecruiter, the national average salary for a High School Athletic Director is $91,484/year, $44/hour.
What Career Can I Get With A MS In Sport Administration?
Examples of careers our graduates pursue include:
- Athletic Director
- Coach
- Public Relations Director
- Facility Manager
- Director of Operations
- Event Coordinator
- Marketing Director
- Finance Director
- Corporate Partnerships Manager
- Student Athlete Advising Services
- Fundraiser
What Are The Application Deadlines For The MS Sport Administration Program?

Applications are reviewed three times a year in December, April, and August for any upcoming semester.

Deadlines:

Fall Deadline: August 13

Spring Deadline: December 11

Summer Deadline: April 22