Overview

The study of Sport Management gives students a theoretical background of the business of sport as well as practical application opportunities to prepare them for a career in the ever-growing sport industry.

Valparaiso University students will gain extensive knowledge in financial trends, facility and event management, and ethical decision making that they can use in professional sports, intercollegiate athletics, or youth and community recreation.

Career Outlook

A sport management degree can lead to a variety of careers. Our students have gone on to work as:

City Parks and Recreation Directors
Collegiate Athletic Directors
Collegiate Athletic Department Personnel
Collegiate Recreation Sports Directors
Division I Head Coaches
Fitness Center Owners
Golf Course Personnel

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Coaching Theory
Governance in Sports
Sport, Society and Ethics
Management and Development of Facilities
Sport Marketing and Social Media
Preparation and Career Management
Sport Law
Financial Aspects of Sport

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: Rolling admissions throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A copy of your passport

An official copy of your high school transcripts, with an English translation if they are in another language

Test Scores and Proof of English Proficiency

You can enroll as an undergraduate if you:

Earned or will earn a high school diploma

Submit your high school and/or college transcripts

Submit your SAT and/or ACT scores

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

46940 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46940 USD per year during 48 months.
National

46940 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46940 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

46940 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46940 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Valparaiso

1223 - 1978 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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