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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.

74Bachelor's Degree
NU Norwich University logo
#538 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Norwich University — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science at Norwich University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the science behind physical exercise...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
75Bachelor's Degree
AC Austin College logo
#548 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Austin College — Kinesiology is the scientific study of human movement and physical activity. This Bachelor's Degree program at Austin College delves into various aspects of physical fitn...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
76Bachelor's Degree
SU Southwestern University logo
#554 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Southwestern University — The Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology at Southwestern University offers a comprehensive understanding of the human body and its movement. The curriculum delves into variou...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
77Bachelor's Degree
JU Jacksonville University logo
#556 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Jacksonville University — The Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science at Jacksonville University provides students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in the principles of physical fitness, well...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
78Bachelor's Degree
DS Dakota State University logo
#564 in United States United States

Exercise Science, B.S.

Dakota State University — The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Dakota State University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in health a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
79Bachelor's Degree
TA Texas A&M University - Kingsville logo
#568 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Texas A&M University - Kingsville — The Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Texas A&M University-Kingsville is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human movement and physica...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
80Bachelor's Degree
TA Texas A&M University - Kingsville logo
#568 in United States United States

Kinesiology - Exercise Science

Texas A&M University - Kingsville — The Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology - Exercise Science at Texas A&M University-Kingsville provides students with a comprehensive understanding of human movement, exercis...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
81Bachelor's Degree
AC Augsburg College logo
#575 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Augsburg College — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science at Augsburg College equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the physiological, biomechanical, and psychological as...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
82Bachelor's Degree
AC Augsburg College logo
#575 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Augsburg College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology at Augsburg College offers a comprehensive understanding of human movement, exercise science, and physical activity. This program is...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
83Bachelor's Degree
HC Hope College logo
#580 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Hope College — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science at Hope College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the science behind physical activity, exercise, and fitn...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
84Bachelor's Degree
HC Hope College logo
#580 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Hope College — The Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Hope College offers a comprehensive study of human movement, exercise science, and health promotion. This program is designed to...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
85Bachelor's Degree
UW University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse logo
#589 in United States United States

Exercise & Sport Science

University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse — About the Exercise & Sport Science ProgramThe Exercise & Sport Science Bachelor's Degree at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse explores the scientific principles under...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
86Bachelor's Degree
EH Emory & Henry College logo
#592 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Emory & Henry College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science at Emory & Henry College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles related to exercise a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
87Bachelor's Degree
GC Georgia College logo
#593 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Georgia College — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science at Georgia College & State University offers a comprehensive understanding of the principles of human movement, exercise physiol...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
88Bachelor's Degree
GC Georgia College logo
#593 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Georgia College — Course OverviewThe Bachelor of Exercise Science program at Georgia College delves into the scientific principles behind physical activity, health, and wellness. Students...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
89Bachelor's Degree
UW University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh logo
#599 in United States United States

Exercise & Sports Science

University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh — Overview of Exercise & Sports ScienceThe Bachelor’s degree in Exercise & Sports Science at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh offers a comprehensive understanding of the...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
90Bachelor's Degree
UW University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh logo
#599 in United States United States

Strength and Conditioning

University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh — The Bachelor's Degree in Strength and Conditioning at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh prepares students for careers in fitness, sports performance, and rehabilitation...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
91Bachelor's Degree
UL University of Louisiana at Monroe logo
#603 in United States United States

Kinesiology

University of Louisiana at Monroe — The Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology at the University of Louisiana at Monroe provides a comprehensive understanding of human movement and the physiological principles th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
94Bachelor's Degree
JC Juniata College logo
#609 in United States United States

Exercise Science & Kinesiology

Juniata College — The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science & Kinesiology at Juniata College prepares students for a range of careers in health, fitness, and wellness. This program empha...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
95Bachelor's Degree
AC Augustana College (IL) logo
#618 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Augustana College (IL) — The Kinesiology Bachelor's Degree at Augustana College offers a comprehensive study into human movement and physical activity. This program is designed to explore the sci...

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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