Master of Science in Athletic Administration

Advance your expertise and prepare for leadership in athletic administration. UMFK’s Master of Science in Athletic Administration provides the advanced knowledge and practical skills needed to navigate the evolving demands of interscholastic, collegiate, and community-based athletics.

The program explores the complex issues facing today’s athletic administrators, including leadership, governance, legal compliance, financial management, student-athlete welfare, strategic communication, human resources, facility operations, and risk management. Through evidence-based learning and real-world applications, you’ll develop the ability to make informed decisions and lead with integrity while sharpening your skills in relationship-building.

UMFK’s M.S. in Athletic Administration offers an affordable, practitioner-focused approach to graduate education that reflects the diverse environments in which athletic administrators work, from rural and small-school settings to collegiate programs. Stackable certificates aligned with the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) and the National Federation of State High School Association (NFHS) competencies provide additional opportunities to build specialized expertise and advance your professional development.

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$500
Per Credit Hour (no additional fees)
as few as 12 months
Duration

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Admissions

Follow our streamlined Master of Science admission requirements at UMFK

The admission process is the first step toward earning your online degree. Find out the requirements for the online Master of Science in Athletic Administration, what additional materials you need, and where you should send them.

Admission Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

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The admission process is the first step toward earning your degree and expanding your opportunities. We’ve streamlined the process to help you get started quickly and easily. Students interested in the online M.S. in Athletic Administration program must meet the following requirements for admission.

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

Official transcripts, test scores, and other materials that come from third-party sources may be emailed or mailed from the granting institution(s) to:

Email address: edocs@maine.edu

Mailing address:
Application Processing Center
PO Box 412
Bangor, ME 04402-0412

Courses

The online Master of Science in Athletic Administration program features 7-week and 15-week, asynchronous courses. Each of our fall, spring and summer semesters includes two 7-week terms.

Core Courses

  • BUS 500: Foundations of Athletic Administration
  • BUS 520: Leadership and Organizational Behavior in Athletics
  • BUS 521: Legal Issues in Athletic Administration
  • BUS 522: Ethics, Governance, and Compliance in Sport
  • BUS 523: Financial Management and Budgeting for Athletic Programs
  • BUS 524: Risk Management and Student-Athlete Safety
  • BUS 525: Human Resource Management in Athletics
  • BUS 526: Facility Planning and Event Management
  • BUS 527: Strategic Communication and Community Relations in Athletics
  • BUS 590: Capstone in Athletic Administration

You may be eligible for financial aid.

MS in Athletic Administration Core Courses Details
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Potential Careers

Graduates are prepared for roles including:

  • Athletic Director (High School or District Level)
  • Assistant Athletic Director
  • Athletic Program Coordinator
  • Compliance or Operations Manager
  • Coaching Leadership and Administrative Advancement
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