Sport Science and Coach Education, M.S. (Applied Sport Science Concentration-Onsite)

General Program Information

Satoshi Mizuguchi, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Master’s Program Coordinator
Box 70671
(423) 439-5387
e-mail: mizuguchi@etsu.edu

Michael Ramsey, Ph.D., Professor, Department Chair
Box 70671
(423) 439-4375
e-mail: ramseym@etsu.edu

The Master of Science in Sport Science and Coach Education includes concentrations in applied sport science, and strength and conditioning. The concentration in applied sport science is designed to prepare students for positions in sport science, sport coaching, strength and conditioning, and advanced graduate study in sport science. The curriculum employs both traditional classroom lectures and assigning students to work with sport teams as sport scientists/strength and conditioning specialists. The strength and conditioning concentration is 100% online and is designed to prepare students to assume roles in strength and conditioning, and sport coaching.

Note: The Applied Sport Science Concentration admits students only for the fall. Application deadline is May 1st for fall admission.

Program Admission Requirements

1. An undergraduate degree in physical education, exercise science, or closely related field;
2. 3.0 cumulative undergraduate grade point average on a 4.0 scale; international applicants should consult the ETSU Graduate Catalog for more specific information on requirements for countries using different grading scales;
3. Official scores on the general portion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE);
4. Resume and contact information for at least three letters of recommendation. These letters should be submitted through the ETSU School of Graduate Studies online system at https://gradletters.etsu.edu/;
5. Essay explaining goals, career expectations, and reasons for desiring to study in sport science and coach education at ETSU.