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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.

169Bachelor's Degree
MC Merrimack College logo
#974 in United States United States

Athletic Training Dual Degree

Merrimack College — The Athletic Training Dual Degree program at Merrimack College is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to become proficient athletic trainer...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
170Bachelor's Degree
SU Shenandoah University logo
#979 in United States United States

Esports Management (BS)

Shenandoah University — The Bachelor's Degree in Esports Management at Stockholm University offers a comprehensive and dynamic curriculum designed to prepare students for the rapidly evolving fi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports Management
171Bachelor's Degree
SU Shenandoah University logo
#979 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Shenandoah University — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science at Stockholm University offers a comprehensive exploration of the physiological, biomechanical, and psychological aspects of phy...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Exercise Science
174Bachelor's Degree
GG Georgia Gwinnett College logo
#1,022 in United States United States

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science

Georgia Gwinnett College — The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Georgia Gwinnett College provides students with an in-depth understanding of human movement, physical fitness, and the bene...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
175Bachelor's Degree
BC Beloit College logo
#1,026 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Beloit College — The Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology at Beloit College provides a comprehensive understanding of human movement, exercise, and the physiological aspects influencing physi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
176Bachelor's Degree
LU Liberty University logo
#1,027 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Liberty University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science at Liberty University provides an in-depth exploration of the scientific principles behind human movement, fitness, and health....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
178Bachelor's Degree
ES East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania logo
#1,038 in United States United States

Accelerated Pathway (B.S. - M.S.) in Exercise Science

East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania — The Accelerated Pathway (B.S. - M.S.) in Exercise Science at East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania is designed for students who wish to fast-track their educa...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
180Bachelor's Degree
ES East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania logo
#1,038 in United States United States

Exercise Science

East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania — The Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science at East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania offers an in-depth exploration of the scientific principles behind physical...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
183Bachelor's Degree
BC Berea College logo
#1,045 in United States United States

Health and Human Performance

Berea College — The Health and Human Performance degree at Berea College is designed for students who are passionate about improving health and enhancing human performance through physic...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
184Bachelor's Degree
EC Earlham College logo
#1,056 in United States United States

Exercise, Sport, and Health Studies

Earlham College — The Bachelor's degree in Exercise, Sport, and Health Studies at Earlham College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the interconnectedne...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
185Bachelor's Degree
WU Wingate University logo
#1,058 in United States United States

Community and Commercial Recreation

Wingate University — The Bachelor's Degree in Community and Commercial Recreation at Wingate University focuses on equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in the...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
186Bachelor's Degree
WU Wingate University logo
#1,058 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Wingate University — The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Wingate University equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles underlying human movemen...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
188Bachelor's Degree
LC Linfield College logo
#1,064 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Linfield College — The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Linfield College offers a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles underlying human movement and exercise....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
189Bachelor's Degree
AT Arkansas Tech University logo
#1,066 in United States United States

Health and Exercise Science, Bachelor of Science

Arkansas Tech University — The Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science at Arkansas Tech University provides a comprehensive exploration of the interconnected domains of health, fitness,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
190Bachelor's Degree
WC Western Connecticut State University logo
#1,073 in United States United States

Sport & Wellness Management

Western Connecticut State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Sport & Wellness Management at Western Connecticut State University offers students a comprehensive curriculum that combines the concepts of spor...

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

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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