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346 Best Bachelor's Sports & Recreation Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 252 universities offer 346 Bachelor's Sports & Recreation programs, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from Columbia University, University of Minnesota - Crookston and University of Virginia, Charlottesville come first, because those universities rank highest.

265Bachelor's Degree
LS Lewis-Clark State College logo
#1,351 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Lewis-Clark State College — The Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology at Lewis-Clark State College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the science of human movement, focusing on physi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
266Bachelor's Degree
EC Edgewood College logo
#1,352 in United States United States

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science

Edgewood College — The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Edgewood College provides a comprehensive understanding of the human body and the science behind physical activity. This pr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
267Bachelor's Degree
CS College of St. Scholastica logo
#1,353 in United States United States

Exercise Physiology

College of St. Scholastica — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology at the College of St. Scholastica prepares students to understand the human body's responses to physical activity and to appl...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
268Bachelor's Degree
BC Bethany College logo
#1,361 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Bethany College — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science at Bethany College provides a comprehensive education focusing on the scientific principles of exercise and its impact on health...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
269Bachelor's Degree
BC Bethany College logo
#1,361 in United States United States

Sport Studies

Bethany College — The Bachelor's Degree in Sport Studies at Bethany College prepares students for a dynamic career in the sports industry. This comprehensive program covers various facets...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
270Bachelor's Degree
UT Utah Tech University logo
#1,373 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Utah Tech University — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science at Utah Tech University offers a comprehensive examination of the scientific principles underpinning physical activity, fitness,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
271Bachelor's Degree
UT Utah Tech University logo
#1,373 in United States United States

Health and Human Performance

Utah Tech University — Overview of the Health and Human Performance DegreeThe Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Human Performance at Utah Tech University is designed to equip students with the kn...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
272Bachelor's Degree
UT Utah Tech University logo
#1,373 in United States United States

Military Science

Utah Tech University — The Bachelor's Degree in Military Science at Utah Tech University offers a comprehensive study of military leadership, operations, and strategy. This program is designed...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
273Bachelor's Degree
SC Simpson College logo
#1,378 in United States United States

Health & Exercise Science

Simpson College — Overview of Health & Exercise ScienceThe Bachelor’s degree in Health & Exercise Science at Simpson College provides a comprehensive understanding of the scientific princi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
274Bachelor's Degree
NC Newberry College logo
#1,380 in United States United States

Exercise Science and Human Performance

Newberry College — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science and Human Performance offered by Newberry College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the huma...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
275Bachelor's Degree
MU Mississippi University for Women logo
#1,383 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Mississippi University for Women — The Bachelor of Kinesiology program at Mississippi University for Women is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human movement, physical act...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
276Bachelor's Degree
NV Napa Valley College logo
#1,389 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Napa Valley College — The Kinesiology Bachelor's Degree program at Napa Valley College is designed to equip students with a thorough understanding of human movement and physical activity. The...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
277Bachelor's Degree
MC Montreat College logo
#1,403 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Montreat College — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science at Montreat College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the science behind physical activity and fitness. Th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
278Bachelor's Degree
MC Montreat College logo
#1,403 in United States United States

Outdoor Recreation Studies

Montreat College — Outdoor Recreation Studies at Montreat College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in the growing field of outdoor rec...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
279Bachelor's Degree
NS Northern State University logo
#1,405 in United States United States

Human Performance and Fitness

Northern State University — Overview of the Human Performance and Fitness DegreeThe Bachelor’s Degree in Human Performance and Fitness at Northern State University is designed to provide students wi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
280Bachelor's Degree
WW Warren Wilson College logo
#1,416 in United States United States

Outdoor Leadership

Warren Wilson College — The Bachelor's Degree in Outdoor Leadership at Warren Wilson College is designed to equip students with essential skills in outdoor education, leadership, and environment...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
282Bachelor's Degree
MS Missouri Southern State University logo
#1,434 in United States Joplin, Missouri, United States

Exercise Science Kinesiology Degree

Missouri Southern State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science Kinesiology at Missouri Southern State University offers students a comprehensive foundation in understanding human movement, ph...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
283Bachelor's Degree
FS Fairmont State College logo
#1,447 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Fairmont State College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science at Fairmont State University is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of human performance, health, and fit...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
284Bachelor's Degree
FS Fairmont State College logo
#1,447 in United States United States

Outdoor Leadership

Fairmont State College — Overview of Outdoor Leadership ProgramThe Bachelor's Degree in Outdoor Leadership at Fairmont State College offers an immersive experience that combines practical skills...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
285Bachelor's Degree
LC Loras College logo
#1,452 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Loras College — Kinesiology at Loras College is an in-depth exploration of human movement and kinesthetic function. The program equips students with a foundational understanding of anato...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
287Bachelor's Degree
YH Young Harris College logo
#1,472 in United States United States

Kinesiology & Sport

Young Harris College — The Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology & Sport at Young Harris College offers a comprehensive exploration into the science of human movement and the study of physical activ...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
288Bachelor's Degree
YH Young Harris College logo
#1,472 in United States United States

Outdoor Studies

Young Harris College — The Bachelor's Degree in Outdoor Studies at Young Harris College is designed for students who have a passion for the outdoors and a desire to build a career in this dynam...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation

Sports & Recreation at other levels

How these courses are ranked

8 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #14 (Columbia University) to #491 (State University of New York at Buffalo); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Columbia University is cited most (48,319,824 citations). 5 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

Within the subject, the largest areas are Sports & Recreation (326), Exercise Science (11), Sports Management (4) and Recreation Management (4). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 99% are full-time and 2 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). University of Tennessee, Martin offers the widest choice, with 7 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Bachelor's Sports & Recreation?

Columbia University (QS World #14), University of Minnesota - Crookston (QS World #203) and University of Virginia, Charlottesville (QS World #275) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Bachelor's Sports & Recreation in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Bachelor's Sports & Recreation course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Bachelor's Sports & Recreation courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Bachelor's Sports & Recreation online with a university in the United States?

2 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Bachelor's Sports & Recreation courses in the United States?

University of Tennessee, Martin, with 7, ahead of Fort Lewis College (5).

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