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Application questions:

1. What are the application requirements for the Sport Management program?
2. What are the deadlines to apply for the program?
3. What are the prerequisites for the program?
4. Where can I find a GRE testing center?
5. Do you accept substitute tests for GRE?

Financial aid questions:

1. How much does the program cost?
2. What is the schedule of tuition payment?
3. Is there financial aid?
4. Where can I find more information about FAFSA?

General questions:

1. How do I know if Sport Management is for me?
2. What is Sport Management?
3. What are some career possibilities in Sport Management?
4. What department is Sport Management in?
5. Can I pick the classes I want to take?

Application questions:

1. What are the application requirements for the Sport Management program?

a. Apply for the University on csumentor.edu (get accepted)
b. Letter of Intent
c. Official Transcripts from all undergraduate institutions
d. Three letters of recommendation
e. GRE Scores (Cumulative scores of 150 on the verbal test, 150 on the quantitative test and 3.5 on the analytical writing test)
f. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
g. Resume

2. What are the deadlines to apply for the program?

The program has two entry points:
• Spring (deadline December 1)
• Fall (deadline June 1)

3. What are the prerequisites for the program?

There are no prerequisites for the program. We accept anyt ype of undergraduate degree.

4.Where can I find a GRE testing center?

Use one of the following tools to find a testing center:

a) This list, which is updated continually by ETS®, contains the computer-based testing centers currently in operation. Computer-based testing is available at Prometric^TM Testing Centers (many Prometric Testing Centers are located inside Sylvan Learning Centers), some colleges and universities and ETS Field Offices.

Click on the first letter of a state, U.S. Territory, Canadian province or Puerto Rico to view test center locations (*results will open up in new browser window).

b) Locating your nearest ETS Test Center in the United States is as easy as entering your zip code and clicking the 'Find Test Centers' button. A map showing the Center(s) closest to you will be displayed(*results will open up in new browser window).

 

Enter your ZIP code and click 'Find Test Centers':
ZIP code:
Centers to display:	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

c) International students, please click the following link to find your nearest testing location: http://etsis4.ets.org/tcenter/cbt_fr.cfm

5. Do you accept substitute tests for GRE?

The GRE is the required test. However, in some cases you may substitute a GMAT or the LSAT score in place of the GRE. Please contact us for additional information.

Financial aid questions:

1. How much does the program cost?

This is a special sessions program. Therefore, the price is set as a flat fee. The price is standard for Resident, Non-resident students, and International students. Tuition is currently $525.00 per unit.

2. What is the schedule of tuition payment?

Payment is due upon the beginning of each class.

3. Is there financial aid?

Yes, you are eligible for any traditional student government loans.

4. Where can I find more information about Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

Please visit their official web site of FAFSA at: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

General questions:

1. How do I know if Sport Management is for me?

• Does sport seem to be a focus and interest in life, do you have a flair for business?
• Do you receive a great sense of fun, enjoyment or fulfillment when involved with sports in some way?
• When you go to your favorite media source, do you go right to the sports section?
• When you watch TV at night, do you tend to watch sporting events or ESPN?
• When you go out with your friends, do you usually end up going to a sporting event, watching a sporting event on TV, or just talking about sports?
• Have you had a real interest in sport for a very long time?
• Are you interested in business management and possibly know how they apply to sports?
• Does the thought of working in or around sports as a career really appeal to you?

2. What is Sport Management?

Sport management is the application of business and management knowledge, leadership principles and skills to the daily arena of sport.

3. What are some career possibilities in Sport Management?

• Community Center Director
• Convention Coordinator
• Marketing, Promotions or Sales
• Non-profit Agency Positions
• Recreational Sports Management
• Sport Fund-Raising Positions
• Sports Facility Coordinator/Director
• Sport Information Director
• Ticket and Concession Manager/Director
• Tournament Manager/Director
• Wellness/Fitness Center Director
• Youth Sport Program Manager/Director
• Athletic Director
• Player Development
• Community Relations
• Public Relations
• Accounting & Finance
• Athletic Directing
• Coaching
• Special Events Coordinator
• Compliance Director
• Player Representation

4. What department is Sport Management in?

The Graduate Program in Sport Management is located in the Department of Kinesiology.

5. Can I pick the classes I want to take?

Our program is an accelerated 18 month program, all students are in cohorts or learning teams. At the beginning of the program you are given a class schedule and you will be obligated to follow the outline of classes listed. If you are concerned with getting specific training in an area, this is obtained through your internships that will be throughout the program.

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