Applied Sport Psychology, M.S.

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Admission Requirements

Comply with the regular Admission Requirements of the College of Graduate Studies and Research, which includes an undergraduate grade point average of 3.0. Preference will be given to individuals with an undergraduate degree in exercise science, psychology or a related area of study. No GRE is not required.

All Applicants must submit:

Graduate admission application and fee
Official transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary institutions
A personal statement outlining their interest in the program, expectations for the program and career goals
One letter of recommendation from a professional related to sport or psychology
Additional requirements for International Student Applicants

Application Due Dates

Rolling admissions

MS in Applied Sport Psychology

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Health and Human Performance department page.

Total Credits Required 30-32 Credits

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Health and Human Performance department page.

Core Courses 15 Credits

ASP 501 - Applied Sport Psychology Credits: 3
ASP 520 - Gender and Diversity in Sport Credits: 3
ASP 530 - Foundations of Sport Psycholoy Credits: 3
ASP 570 - Applying Research in Sport for Improved Performance Credits: 3
PSY 545 - Applied Positive Psychology Credits: 3

Concentration

Positive Coaching concentration 5 Credits

ASP 510 - Positive Coaching Credits: 3
ASP 590 - Capstone in Positive Coaching Credits: 2

Clinical Sport Psychology concentration (currently not available)

PSY 507 - Scientific and Professional Ethics for Psychologists Credits: 3
PSY 550 - Psychological Assessment Credits: 3
PSY 564 - Psychological Interventions Credits: 3
PSY 590 - Applied Research Credits: 3
PSY 592 - Psychology Practicum Credits: 1-4

Electives 1-10 credits

Electives to meet degree requirements (choose electives from approved list or from Clinical concentration)

*In the event that a student has completed a similar course in previous educational experience, a course may be taken in substitution from the listed electives or from PSY with departmental and advisor approval.

ASP 531 - Sport and Fitness Management Credits: 3
ASP 540 - Advanced Principles of Athletic Coaching Credits: 3
ASP 550 - Theory of Sport Credits: 3
ASP 580 - Internship in Applied Sport Psychology and Positive Coaching Credits: 1-6

Graduation Requirements

Graduates must meet the requirements of the College of Graduate Studies as outlined in the Graduate Bulletin in addition to the following:

Complete the minimum number of credits for the degree
Maintain a 3.0 GPA
Successfully complete their capstone thesis