Overview

The Bachelor of Science degree from West Virginia State University is available in Sports Studies. The content courses for teaching specializations in Wellness Education are also delivered for the Education Department.

Overview

Housed in the Department of Health and Human Performance, The Bachelor of Science in Sport Studies offers the student a curriculum rich in Exercise Science and Sports Administration. This program prepares the graduate to successfully pass the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) examination and/or the NSCA –Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) examination. However, upon graduation there is no requirement to take these particular examinations. Currently this program requires a total of 120 hours to complete the program.

The Bachelor of Science Program at West Virginia State University prides itself in currently being the only college and/or university in the State of West Virginia that is recognized nationally by the NSCA’s National Education Recognition Program. This particular recognition recognizes programs at accredited institutions of higher learning that meet the national standards set forth by the NSCA.

Past graduates of our program have pursed careers in Athletic Administration, Athletic Coaching, Physical Therapy, College/University Strength and Conditioning Coach, Personal Training in both the general wellness community and the corporate wellness community, youth sport directors at YMCA’s and professional officiating. Many graduates have continued their education in programs of graduate studies in areas of their particular interest. Keep in mind also that graduates from this program can apply to Entry Level Graduate Athletic Training Education Programs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health and Health Promotion
Healthy Living
Consumer Health
Emergency Health Care
Substance Abuse
Community Health
Contemporary Issues in Health
Elementary and Middle-school Safety Programs
Fitness for Living
Biomechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Charleston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

Application Fee $20- Non-refundable
Official high school transcript (2.0 cumulative GPA)
Immunization Records (if born after January 1, 1957)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14990 USD / year

≈ 14990 USD / year
Out-of-State

14990 USD / year

≈ 14990 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9570 USD / year

≈ 9570 USD / year

Living costs

Charleston

United States

678 - 1130 USD / month

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Credits

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Campus Location

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Charleston

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