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544 Best Sports & Recreation Programs in the United States

There are 544 Sports & Recreation programs in the United States, spread across 374 universities, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from Columbia University, University of Minnesota - Crookston and University of Minnesota - Morris come first, because those universities rank highest.

457Diploma
DM Del Mar College logo
#1,656 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Del Mar College — The Diploma in Kinesiology at Del Mar College is designed to equip students with a robust understanding of the principles and practices of human movement and physical act...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
458Bachelor's Degree
BC Bucks County Community College logo
#1,657 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Bucks County Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science at Bucks County Community College offers a comprehensive exploration into the science of human movement, fitness, and health. Th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
460Program
FR Feather River Community College District logo
#1,663 in United States United States

Health & Exercise Studies

Feather River Community College District — The Health & Exercise Studies degree at Feather River Community College District equips students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in health, fitness, and wellness....

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
461Program
FR Feather River Community College District logo
#1,663 in United States United States

Outdoor Recreation Leadership

Feather River Community College District — The Outdoor Recreation Leadership degree at Feather River Community College District focuses on developing the skills and knowledge necessary for successful leadership in...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
462Program
HI Haskell Indian Nations University logo
#1,678 in United States United States

Health Sports and Exercise Science

Haskell Indian Nations University — The Health Sports and Exercise Science degree at Haskell Indian Nations University offers a comprehensive examination of the physiological, psychological, and sociologica...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
463Bachelor's Degree
TU Tiffin University logo
#1,684 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Tiffin University — The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Tiffin University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices relate...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
464Bachelor's Degree
ET East Texas Baptist University logo
#1,688 in United States United States

Athletic Training (B.S.)

East Texas Baptist University — The Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training at East Texas Baptist University prepares students to become proficient athletic trainers, focusing on the prevention, diagno...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
465Bachelor's Degree
OC Oklahoma Christian University logo
#1,696 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Oklahoma Christian University — The Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science at Oklahoma Christian University offers a comprehensive exploration of the human body's response to physical activity and exerci...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
467Program
PC Portland Community College logo
#1,707 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Portland Community College — The Exercise Science degree at Portland Community College provides a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles behind human movement and physical activity....

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
470Program
MC Muskegon Community College logo
#1,718 in United States United States

Athletic Training

Muskegon Community College — The Athletic Training degree program at Muskegon Community College is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the field of sports...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
471Program
MC Muskegon Community College logo
#1,718 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Muskegon Community College — The Exercise Science degree offered at Muskegon Community College provides students with a robust foundation in the science of physical activity and its implications for...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
472Program
BC Blinn College logo
#1,725 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Blinn College — The Kinesiology degree program at Blinn College offers a comprehensive study of human movement, exercise, and physical fitness. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge a...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
473Bachelor's Degree
BJ Bob Jones University logo
#1,727 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Bob Jones University — The Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology at Bob Jones University offers a comprehensive study of human movement, integrating the theory and practical application of physical...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
474Diploma
LS Lamar State College-Port Arthur logo
#1,729 in United States United States

Kinesiology

Lamar State College-Port Arthur — The Diploma in Kinesiology at Lamar State College-Port Arthur offers students a comprehensive exploration of human movement, fitness, and overall health. This program is...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
477Program
NC Northeast Community College logo
#1,738 in United States United States

Athletic Training

Northeast Community College — The Athletic Training degree program at Northeast Community College is designed to prepare students for a vital role in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabil...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
478Program
NC Northeast Community College logo
#1,738 in United States United States

Exercise Science

Northeast Community College — The Exercise Science degree at Northeast Community College delves into the science behind physical activity and its impact on human health. This multidisciplinary program...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
479Program
NC Northeast Community College logo
#1,738 in United States United States

Personal Training

Northeast Community College — The Personal Training degree program at Northeast Community College equips students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to pursue a career in f...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation

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How these courses are ranked

12 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #14 (Columbia University) to #545 (CUNY Kingsborough Community College); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Columbia University is cited most (48,319,824 citations). 7 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

By level: 346 bachelor's, 58 master's, 28 diploma and 7 professional. Within the subject, the largest areas are Sports & Recreation (520), Exercise Science (11), Sports Management (4) and Recreation Management (4). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 96% are full-time and 15 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (98% of courses with a stated intake). University of Tennessee, Martin offers the widest choice, with 7 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Sports & Recreation in the United States?

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

Which is the cheapest university for 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 Sports & Recreation course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do 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 Sports & Recreation online with a university in the United States?

15 of these courses are listed as online.

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

University of Tennessee, Martin, with 7, ahead of East Texas A&M University (5).

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