Messiah College

What you’ll study

Students learn to administer athletic programs, plan events, develop marketing strategies, secure sponsorships, and navigate regulatory frameworks. The curriculum also addresses Title IX compliance, facilities management, and student‑athlete development.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a bachelor’s degree and may bring relevant work experience. The program does not list a specific GRE requirement, and graduates are exempt from the GRE for certain doctoral programs.

Career prospects

• Athletic director
• Athletic academic advisor
• Athletic compliance officer
• Student‑athlete development counselor
• College athletics coach
• Sports information officer
• Facilities management director
• Title IX coordinator
• Coordinator/director of fundraising for athletics

Scholarships & funding angle

The program offers no application fee and no‑fee tuition, with graduate assistantships available. Partnerships with Bethel, Immaculata, and Union Universities provide scholarships, transfer‑credit benefits, and GRE waivers for doctoral studies.