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#1 #1 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. Randolph College Lynchburg, VA Each year, Randolph College grants about 13 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,050–1,230 Median Starting Salary $51,287
#2 #2 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA At Tulane University of Louisiana, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 14% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,430–1,510 Median Starting Salary $46,671
#3 #3 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. Springfield College Springfield, MA Each year, Springfield College awards around 63 degrees to those majoring in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Physical Therapy/Therapist, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Physician Assistant....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,180–1,340 Median Starting Salary $49,092
#4 #4 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN At Minnesota State University- Mankato, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,080–1,210 Median Starting Salary $52,158
#5 #5 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. Adams State University Alamosa, CO Every year, Adams State University grants about 68 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Sociology, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 31% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 870–1,080 Median Starting Salary $48,855
#6 #6 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. Texas Southern University Houston, TX At Texas Southern University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, and General Studies. In fact, Texas Southern University awards 96 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 820–1,010 Median Starting Salary $46,308
#7 #7 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. McKendree University Lebanon, IL At McKendree University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 920–1,300 Median Starting Salary $47,998
#8 #8 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. United States Sports University Daphne, AL At United States Sports University, only three majors are offered: Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, and Sport and Fitness......view more Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $48,522
#9 #9 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. Ball State University Muncie, IN Every year, Ball State University awards around 190 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,100–1,270 Median Starting Salary $52,106
#10 #10 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. University of Arizona Tucson, AZ Every year, the University of Arizona awards around 545 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,060–1,320 Median Starting Salary $46,212
#11 #11 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. Springfield College-Regional- Online- and Continuing Education Springfield, MA Each year, Springfield College-Regional- Online- and Continuing Education grants around 72 degrees to students studying Community Organization and Advocacy, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $51,101
#12 #12 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. Adler University Chicago, IL At Adler University, only one major is offered: Applied Psychology. Typically, 7 students are awarded a degree in Applied Psychology annually. view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $48,855
#13 #13 Best College for Sports Studies in the U.S. National University San Diego, CA At National University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, National University grants 270 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 750–1,170 Median Starting Salary $46,875
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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 Postbaccalaureate certificate, 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 Massachusetts. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Sports Studies is $36,800.

Popularity of Sports Studies Degrees in the U.S.

This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Sports Studies degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.

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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.

#1 Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Student Demographics

Total Students

168

Female Students

93 (55%)

Male Students

75 (44%)

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Sports Studies

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

90%

20

1,050–1,230

$51,287

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

14%

18

1,430–1,510

$46,671

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

74%

13

1,180–1,340

$49,092

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

88%

13

1,080–1,210

$52,158

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

31%

19

870–1,080

$48,855

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

97%

12

820–1,010

$46,308

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

72%

7

920–1,300

$47,998

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

61%

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$48,522

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

86%

5

1,100–1,270

$52,106

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

84%

1

1,060–1,320

$46,212

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

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30

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$51,101

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

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21

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$48,855

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

99%

7

750–1,170

$46,875

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