Why study Sport Management at Washburn?
If you want to work in sports-related operations and management, from recreation department or fitness center management to stadium operations or professional athlete representation, this is the degree for you. You’ll blend a deep background in kinesiology with business courses in economics, marketing, and accounting to prepare for the business-side of sports and recreation in the private, non-profit, or public sector. You’ll also complete an internship, so you’ll graduate with experience and be ready for what’s next.
What sets Sport Management at Washburn apart?
- Before your internship, you’ll have courses that give you knowledge and skill in a range of areas, from activity techniques to business principles. You’ll have the skills to get to work in entry-level operations and management in sports.
- If you dream of running your own sport, recreation, or fitness related business, consider the Entrepreneurship Certificate in the School of Business and watch for info on the Pitch Competition so you can pitch your idea.
- Most students in this program have at least a part-time job. Working at Washburn’s Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) is a great fit!
- 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
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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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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
