Sport Science and Coach Education, M.S. (Strength and Conditioning Concentration-Online)

General Program Information

Jeremy Gentles , Program Coordinator
Box 70671
(423) 439-4798
e-mail:  gentlesj@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 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 Strength and Conditioning Concentration admits students for the fall and spring terms. The application deadline is August 10th for the fall term and December 5th for the spring term. 

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 three letters of recommendation. 
5. Essay explaining goals, career expectations, and reasons for desiring to study in sport science and coach education at ETSU.