Master’s in Athletic Administration
Overview
Grace College Online is pleased to partner with the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) and the Canadian Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (CIAAA) to provide a Masters in Athletic Administration Online that is convenient, practical and affordable for their members. The NIAAA and the CIAAA strive to develop current and future athletic administrators who can lead wholesome, value-added athletic programs. Grace College joins with the NIAAA and CIAAA to utilize the content of their Leadership Training Courses (LTCs) as part of its graduate offerings for athletic administrators.
This Master’s degree will a) extend the content of the LTC modules through higher-level thinking and learning activities, and b) enable athletic administrators to receive degree credit for their mastery of the content and their application of that learning in practical ways through their current employment.
Prospective candidates for this online sports administration masters must meet the following admission requirements:
- Be a member of the NIAAA or the CIAAA.
- Have completed a bachelor’s degree.
Partnerships
NIAAA Member Information
CIAAA Member Information
At a Glance
- Course Delivery 100% Online
- Credit Hours 36 - 12 Courses
- Total Program Price $10,200
- Degree Master of Science
Tuition
Expected Costs to Attain Your Degree
| How much does it cost? | ||
|---|---|---|
| MA Athletic Administration cost per course | $1,020 | |
| Total Program Cost (12 courses, 2 free!) | $10,200 |
How To Apply
In order to be considered for enrollment in one of the graduate programs at Grace, you must fulfill certain admissions requirements. Below is a list of the requirements for the Master of Science in Athletic Administration program.
- A bachelor’s degree
- Undergraduate GPA: minimum 2.75
- Complete the application process
- Be a member of the NIAAA or the CIAAA
We recommend that you apply for admission at least one month before the next entry term. Students applying after the deadline are considered on a space available basis. It is best to apply early!
Step 2: Transcript Request
Request official transcripts from the school where you obtained your bachelor’s degree. If you are currently working on your degree, you can submit an unofficial transcript for admission until term completion, at which time an official transcript is required. Transcripts should be sent to onlineadmissions@grace.edu.
Step 3: Acceptance Process
When all of the steps have been completed, you will be advised of the Admissions Committee’s decision. The Admissions Committee may request that you submit additional materials and/or that you interview with a representative of the College.
Step 4: Enrollment Deposit
Upon acceptance, submit your $100 Enrollment Deposit to accept your offer of admission. Your $100 deposit will be credited to your student account. Welcome to the Grace College Online community!
Financial Aid & Credit Transfer
Grace College is dedicated to helping students from all financial backgrounds achieve their dream of obtaining a quality education.
FAQs
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36 credit hours
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The average time that a student takes to complete the degree is two years.
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You can transfer accredited graduate courses that are equivalent to Grace College requirements with grades of “B” or better.
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Due to the nature of the program, the MSAA program is not eligible for federal financial aid.
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