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Master of Science in Education - Athletic / Activity Administration

Earn a master's degree in athletic/activity administration

The Master of Science in Education with emphasis in Athletic / Activity Administration will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to bring about positive, lasting change in the schools and students you serve.

The 34-hour program will prepare you to be successful in the many facets of responsibility in today's athletic / activity departments, including:

  • Professional leadership and accountability for continuous improvement in today's schools
  • Impacting policy makers through relationship building, research and communication
  • Implementing, supervising and evaluating athletic / activity programs designed to set expectations for high achievement for all students
  • Working with internal and external organizations in the acquisition of alternative funding, foundation development and partnerships

With an athletic / activity administration degree you have a wide variety of career paths and future jobs available to you in the education field. But first — what does this program entail? What’s the cost of the program? What are the requirements of this program? We have all of the information you need!

Want to learn more and apply?

Visit the Graduate Education page to learn more about the application and admissions process, financial aid, and more.

Admissions Information

Free Application

To learn more about the earning your degree online and the admissions process, contact Ashton Rogers at (417) 327-5556 or arogers@sbuniv.edu.

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The SBU Advantage

  • Learn from faculty who are highly qualified educators with experience as teachers, principals and superintendents. In addition to their roles as faculty members, many also serve on state and national education boards.
  • Benefit from an engaging and relevant curriculum with an emphasis on practical application. Learn in our classroom one night and apply it in your classroom the next day.
  • Fit classes into your busy schedule through our convenient online and hybrid offerings that are scheduled with the time-constrained demands of the working educator in mind.

Faith Integration

SBU's Education graduate degree programs have been intentionally designed to model how the Christian faith shapes expertise, practice and experiences in professional educational settings. To assist students in developing as transformative agents in today's schools, our programs provide a foundation to become both scholars and practitioners — a synthesis of academic knowledge, practical skills and servant leadership. We desire that our students, while working toward a graduate degree in education, become true servant leaders who are able to integrate their faith into their practice to make a difference in today's society.

Learn More About Earning an Masters of Science in Education Degree

Admissions Information

Whether you’re a high school student looking to enter an accelerated program or looking for a postgraduate degree, SBU is happy to help you begin your journey towards your next academic achievement.

If you are ready to continue your education with an online Masters of Science in Education, apply today or contact us to learn more about the application and admissions process, cost and financial aid, and more.

Talk to Admissions

To learn more about the program and the admissions process, contact Ashton Rogers at (417)-327-5556 or arogers@sbuniv.edu

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SBU Worldwide Campus

The SBU Worldwide Campus makes it possible for those who have work, family, or military obligations, or seek flexible learning options, to pursue educational programs from wherever you are.  

Upcoming SBU Worldwide Start Dates

August 18, 2025

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