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Sports and Athletic Administration Master's Degrees

Sports Admin Suite

No GRE
30-36
Credit Hours
Part-time
Format
COSMA
Accredited

Become a Leader in Sport Business or Interscholastic Athletics

Leveraging five decades of experience in sports education, Ohio University's programs prepare you for the next step in your athletics career. Tailor your experience toward K–12 athletics, college athletics, professional sports, sports media and more.

With the online Master of Athletic Administration, you'll gain the skills to become an Athletic Director for K-12 student-athletes. Our program is ideal for teachers, coaches and athletic professionals seeking a middle school or high school athletic administration career.

With the online Master of Sports Administration, you can advance in sport business, college athletics, professional sports and more. This #1 Online Best Sports Management Graduate Program1 strengthens your expertise and allows you to build successful business leadership skills. 

  • Nationally Ranked in 10 Online Categories by U.S. News & World Report1
  • 50+ years providing world-leading sports business education
  • More than 85% of graduates are employed in key positions across the sports industry
  • The Career & Student Success Center offers a variety of expert, personalized career services specifically for business students and alumni 

A Comprehensive Approach to Sports Leadership

When you earn the online Master of Sports Administration (OMSA) degree or the online Master's in Athletic Administration (MAA) degree, you strengthen the skills you need to build a successful career. Tailor your experience toward K–12 athletics, college athletics, professional sports, sports media and more. As a student, you will benefit from OHIO's five decades of experience in sports education and learn from expert faculty with professional ties to the industry.

Online Master of Sports Administration

  • 100% online + residency experience options
  • Duration: 21 months
  • Credit hours: 36

The curriculum combines the flexibility of online learning plus crucial, in-person networking and residency opportunities. Benefit from five special topic courses that cover important trending topics, like sport business, e-sports and sports betting/gambling.

Online Master's in Athletic Administration

  • 100% online coursework
  • Duration: 20 months
  • Credit hours: 30

Meet the LTI course requirements for RAA and CAA certification and prep for more as you complete 11 NIAAA leadership training courses within curriculum.

  • Online Learning Experience

    No matter what your career goals are, Ohio University can help you get there. We offer a wide range of online graduate programs specifically for professionals who are ready for their next step. Complete focused courses and maintain your work and personal responsibilities by studying when and where it's convenient for you. As a student, you'll learn alongside fellow leaders and have access to the same expert faculty and leading-edge curriculum as you would on campus.

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  • About the College of Business

    Ohio University's College of Business offers industry-driven online programs built for leaders and working professionals. With more than 90 years of experience delivering business education, we are consistently recognized for academic excellence, affordability and more. When you learn with us, you will unlock the benefits of an innovative education designed for today's global business world.

     

    Our Mission

    We inspire innovators who strategically create value. We motivate leaders who serve with grit and determination. We nurture self-aware citizens who better the world of business.

Graduate Testimonial

"Even 12 years after graduation, I am still using the marketing plan and numerous lists I developed for the MAA program."

- Mark White, CMAA (MAA 2012)

Athletic Director, Presque Isle HS (Maine)

2023 NIAAA Distinguished Service Award

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The MAA and OMSA curriculum are accredited by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA). Ohio University is an education partner with the NIAAA.

N I A A A
C O S M A Accredited

Lead with Passion and Skill

With OHIO's online sports administration and athletic administration programs, you can advance toward a rewarding career leading athletic departments, sports teams, and more. See examples of sports and athletic administration jobs and average base salaries below.

Master of Sports Administration CareersAverage Base Salary
College/University Athletic Director$78,641/year2
Community Relations Manager, NFL$71,000/year3
Assistant Director, NCAA$74,000/year4

 

Master's in Athletic Administration CareersAverage Base Salary
High School Athletic Director$70,365/year5
Elementary Physical Education Teacher$72,125/year6
Athletic Coach$49,277/year7

 

Sports administration student poses at Peden Stadium

Financial Aid and Scholarships

OHIO is committed to offering affordable, competitive tuition and has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year as a best-value university by U.S.

News and World Report. We offer financial aid to all students who qualify – our FAFSA code is 003100. In addition, alumni and corporate partners are automatically eligible to receive a scholarship of up to 15% through our incentive program for any of the included online graduate degree or certificate programs. Contact our admissions team for more details.

Support for Military-Affiliated Students

Ohio University is a Military Collegiate Purple Star Award® school and has been named one of the nation’s top Military Friendly® schools for over a decade. Our Veteran and Military Student Services Center provides access to programs and services specifically for military members and their families. In addition, student veterans and active military members are eligible to receive an incentive scholarship of up to 15% for eligible online graduate programs.

As an OHIO online student, you can earn credit for select military experience, training or previous college credit. To learn more about the military benefits available to you, contact us today.

It is not the intent of Ohio University to imply an endorsement by any service branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.

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Sources

  1. U.S. News & World Report. Ohio University. Retrieved from https://www.usnews.com/education/online-education/ohio-university-main-campus-204857
  2. "Average Athletic Director (College/University) Salary." Payscale. Retrieved June 1, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Athletic_Director_(College%2FUniversity)/Salary
  3. "Salary Details for a Community Relations Manager at NFL." Glassdoor. Retrieved June 1, 2023, from https://www.glassdoor.com/Salary/NFL-Community-Relations-Manager-Salaries-E2910_D_KO4,31.htm
  4. "Salary Details for an Assistant Director at NCAA." Glassdoor. Retrieved June 1, 2023, from https://www.glassdoor.com/Salary/NCAA-Assistant-Director-Salaries-E15562_D_KO5,23.htm
  5. "High School Athletic Director Salaries." Glassdoor. Retrieved May 31, 2023, from https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/high-school-athletic-director-salary-SRCH_KO0,29.htm
  6. "Elementary Physical Education Teacher Salaries." Glassdoor. Retrieved June 1, 2023, from https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/elementary-physical-education-teacher-salary-SRCH_KO0,37.htm
  7. "Average Athletic Coach Salary." Payscale. Retrieved June 1, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Athletic_Coach/Salary