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#1

#1 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

Randolph College
Lynchburg, VA

Randolph College is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,000–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$22,886

Median Starting Salary

$51,287

#2

#2 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

Springfield College
Springfield, MA

Overall, Springfield College is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,120–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$27,930

Median Starting Salary

$49,092

#3

#3 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN

Overall, Cumberland University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

970–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$18,528

Median Starting Salary

$48,515

#4

#4 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

Tulane University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA

Tulane University of Louisiana is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,390–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$50,263

Median Starting Salary

$46,671

#5

#5 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

Adams State University
Alamosa, CO

In general, Adams State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

890–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$13,224

Median Starting Salary

$48,855

#6

#6 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

National University
San Diego, CA

Overall, National University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

50

SAT Score

750–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$30,527

Median Starting Salary

$46,875

#7

#7 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

Minnesota State University-Mankato
Mankato, MN

Minnesota State University-Mankato is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

970–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$16,809

Median Starting Salary

$52,158

#8

#8 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

Ball State University
Muncie, IN

Generally, Ball State University is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,100–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$12,615

Median Starting Salary

$52,106

#9

#9 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX

Overall, Texas Southern University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

830–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$11,826

Median Starting Salary

$46,308

#10

#10 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

Adler University
Chicago, IL

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$48,855

#11

#11 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S.

United States Sports Academy
Daphne, AL

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$48,522

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About Sports Studies

A program that focuses on the psychological, sociological, and historical aspects of sport and physical activity. Includes instruction in theory of sport, sport psychology, sport in American society, gender and race/ethnicity and sport, and sports history.

While Sports Studies has degrees up to the Masters degree, most students earn a Bachelors degree. Students major in Sports Studies all over the country, though the major at the Masters degree level has the most graduates in California. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Sports Studies is $36,800.

Popularity of Sports Studies Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

The highest paying career for Sports Studies majors is Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary. But, something else to consider is how much demand there is for specific jobs. A position that is in high need that a degree in Sports Studies can prepare you for is Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Sports Studies majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Sports Studies majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
165
Female Students
89 (53%)
Male Students
76 (46%)

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