BS Sport and Recreation Management at University of Idaho

Programme overview

From youth sports and outdoor recreation to collegiate athletics and major sporting events, sport and recreation organizations create experiences that strengthen communities, promote healthy lifestyles and bring people together. University of Idaho's Bachelor of Science in sport and recreation management prepares students to lead those organizations through hands-on learning, industry experience and practical business skills.

Faculty: College of Education, Health and Human Sciences | Department: Movement Sciences | Duration: 4 years, 120 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Moscow, ID, United States

What you will study

The degree totals 120 credits. Required courses listed in the catalogue include MVSC 2010 Survey of Health, Fitness, Sport, and Wellbeing; ESHS 2750/4750 Moral Reasoning in Sport; SRM 1040 Introduction to Recreation and Leisure; SRM 1060 Introduction to Sport Management; SRM 2500 Sport and Recreation Communications; SRM 2800 Practicum in Sport and Recreation.

Career pathways

You'll have opportunities to work on projects, gain practical experience and explore career paths in sport, recreation and event management while learning from faculty with experience across the industry. Related occupations listed for this programme include Entertainment Managers; Coaches and Scouts; General and Operations Managers; Facilities Managers; Postsecondary Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level admission applies to all undergraduate majors (no separate programme application): first-year applicants with a cumulative unweighted high-school GPA of 3.00 or higher are automatically considered and test scores are not required; applicants with a GPA of 2.60-2.99 must submit ACT or SAT scores or opt in to the Vandal Gateway Program; Idaho residents scoring 3 or higher on both the ISAT Math and Literacy tests are eligible regardless of GPA.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

First-year applicants apply through the University of Idaho application or the Common App. The application fee is $50 (nonrefundable) and is not required for Idaho residents. ACT or SAT scores are requested where available; first-year students with a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.00 or higher are automatically considered and test scores are not required.

International undergraduate applicants: rolling admission with no hard deadline; apply at least three months before the start date. Last day to apply: fall May 1, spring Oct. 1, summer March 1. The application fee is $50 USD, paid by credit or debit card in the application portal.

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/admissions-apply/first-year-students

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