Overview

The Recreation and Sport Management degree at Southern Wesleyan University will prepare you to integrate your Christian faith with your love of the outdoors. You will receive hands-on experience in recreation and sport management principles that prepare you for graduate study or a career in various fields.

The expert faculty, experienced guest speakers, and out-of-class excursions will prepare you for a life of recreation and sport management beyond the classroom.

Graduates of the Recreation and Sport Management program will be able to:

Connect their faith to outdoor activities and help others grow in their faith through sports and recreation

Careers

Apparel/equipment manufacturer

City/county recreation professional

College athletic director

Parks professional

Professional sports team

Sports council member

Trainer

Youth sports coach

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Recreation and Sport Management

Organization and Administration of Recreation and Sport Services

Recreation and Sport Facilities Management

Sports Psychology: Issues

Legal Issues in Recreation and Sport Management

Ethical Issues in Recreation and Sport Management

Practicum in Recreation and Sport Management

Marketing and Promotion for Recreation and Sport

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Central, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.3

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

If you’re applying as a freshman student, you will need to submit your official:

High school transcript,

SAT or ACT score(s) or utilize SWU’s test optional admissions policy.

A GPA of 2.3 (or rank in upper half of your graduating class at time of acceptance) and a composite SAT score of 860 (based on the critical reading/verbal and math sections) or an ACT score of 18 or CLT score of 54

Or a GPA of 3.0 or higher and no test scores

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

28500 USD / year

≈ 28500 USD / year
Out-of-State

28500 USD / year

≈ 28500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

28500 USD / year

≈ 28500 USD / year

Living costs

Central

United States

1562 - 2717 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Key information

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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