Athletic Administration, MS

Program Overview

The Department of Kinesiology and Recreation Administration offers a Master of Science Degree in Physical Education and Recreation. Concentrations include Adapted Physical Education, Athletic Administration, Recreation Management, Teacher Education/Pedagogy, and Therapeutic Recreation. These concentrations provide a comprehensive graduate education in Kinesiology and Recreation Administration. The programs are designed to stimulate professional competence, scholarship, and independent research. The concentrations are also designed to provide advanced study in teaching, learning, curriculum development, and leadership.

Admission Requirements

The requirements for all applicants are as follows:

Online graduate admission application
$50 non-refundable application fee
Two letters of recommendation
Official transcripts of all schools attended (if you earned your degree from a non-U.S. school, please see the international applicant requirements)
Statement of purpose/personal statement
The GRE is not required

Additional Requirements for International Applicants

Application Deadline Dates

U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents

Fall: July 1
Spring: November 1
Summer: no admission

International Applicants

Fall: April 1
Spring: September 1
Summer: no admission

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How to Apply

All individuals who would like to apply to an NC Central graduate program (except the law program) must apply using the correct online graduate admission application.

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