Why study Sport Management at Washburn?
If you're passionate about delivering quality sport and recreation opportunities to the world, then a sports management degree is right for you! The sports industry is an ever-expanding field with a constant need for passionate and qualified employees.
As a sport management student, you'll take general kinesiology courses and a variety of business courses. You'll also have sport-specific coursework where you'll investigate the legal, ethical, historical and philosophical foundations of sport in American society. At the end of your coursework, you'll complete an internship where you'll gain valuable hands-on experience in a sports industry area of your choosing.
Potential sport management careers
- Recreation/fitness center management
- Collegiate sports
- Professional sports
- Event and facility management
- Sports media
- Athlete representation
What sets Sport Management at Washburn apart?
- You'll take courses that give you knowledge and skill in a wide range of areas. Before your final internship, you’ll take courses from activity techniques to business principles. You’ll be prepared to work in a variety of entry-level operations and management positions in the sports industry.
- You will earn a minor in business as part of your degree.
- You can choose to add the Entrepreneurship Certificate in the School of Business to your major. If you dream of running your own sport, recreation or fitness-related business, this certificate can help you meet your goals.
- You'll have the opportunity to earn a Certificate of Patron Management.
- Working part time at Washburn's Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) or for the Washburn Athletics game-day operations staff can help you gain experience while earning money.
- You'll be eligible for scholarships.
- Student clubs will help you connect with your peers and make a difference.
Admissions scholarships
Washburn University offers generous scholarships based on your interests, career aspirations, community service and academic success.Kinesiology department scholarships
You're eligible for a variety of scholarships based on academic performance and career pursuits. Available for incoming freshmen, current and transfer students. Applications are due early in the spring semester for the following year.- Admissions scholarships
- Kinesiology department scholarshipsKinesiology department scholarships
Financial aid
Washburn University offers generous undergraduate financial aid, including scholarships and grants.Tuition waiver programs
If you don’t currently live in Kansas, learn about our Tuition Waiver programs that may qualify you for in-state tuition.- Tuition and feesTuition and fees
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- Tuition waiver programsTuition waiver programs
Set for Success:
Student/faculty ratio
Graduating with experience
100%
of graduates complete an internship
Qualities for success
Detail oriented
Good communication skills
Adaptable
Like challenge
Program cost
Courses in this degree program are offered at the Traditional Undergraduate rate. Kinesiology majors are eligible for a variety of scholarships based on academic performance and career pursuits. Scholarships are available for incoming freshmen, current and transfer students. Applications are due early in the spring semester for the following year.
Campus Events
GET IN TOUCH WITH Kinesiology Department
Kinesiology Department
Petro Allied Health Center, Room 201
1700 SW College Ave.
Topeka, KS 66621
Phone & Email
Phone: 785.670.1459
Fax: 785.670.1059
kines@washburn.edu
