Athletic Administration

As an athletic administrator you will develop athletic programs that will prepare future athletics to lead, excel, and make a difference in their sport.

Program Information

The Master of Arts in Athletic Administration Program will help you elevate your career in athletic leadership. Our dedicated professors will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the management and business aspects of collegiate or scholastic athletic administration. Whether your sports career is in high schools, colleges, professional sports, or a sport-related business, this program is made accessible to you through online classes during convenient evening hours. You will graduate ready to help athletes and athletic programs grow. Join us, and make the world move!

Affordable and Flexible-
- Idaho State University is seen as one of the most affordable, accredited universities in the country.
- All admitted students are eligible for a special in-state tuition rate and the chance to apply for ISU scholarships.
- 100% online classes offered both synchronously and asynchronously.
- Students can be enrolled part-time or full-time and start in the fall, spring, or summer semesters.
Competitive Edge-
- Hands-on events and paid internship opportunities allow students to gain competitive experiences to land their dream job upon graduation.
- Experiences and internships have included:
  - Big Sky Basketball Conference
  - Bengal Triathlon at ISU
  - Idaho Falls Chukars
  - National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame
  - National Girls and Women in Sports Day at ISU
  - Super Bowl LV

Skills learned include:

Coaching
Ethics and legal processes in sport
Financial management in sport
Marketing in sport
Sport leadership
Sport management

Admission

Meet the ISU Graduate School admissions requirements
Some programs require additional information (e.g., letters of recommendation); please contact the specific department and review individual departmental sections of this catalog for additional requirements.

Additional Information:

Students must complete a minimum of 33 semester credit hours for the Master of Arts in Athletic Administration. All students must document professional experience in an athletic setting either by prior athletic administrative experience (minimum of one year) or by completing an approved internship for credit while completing this program.