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Sports Management and Sports & Health Sciences Degrees & Certificates

Join the exciting and dynamic field of Sports Management by earning an online degree from American Military University (AMU). This booming, multi-billion dollar industry has ample career opportunities in a wide variety of specialties, including Sports Medicine, Training, Nutrition, Conditioning, Financing, Event Promotion, Coaching, Recreation and Fitness Management, Sports Industry Management, Health Administration, Public Health, Sports Marketing, and more!

Our programs enable you to start your career in sports management or advance your existing career. Take the next step and complete a no-fee application.

We want you to make an informed decision about the university that's right for you. For more about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, visit www.apus.edu/disclosure.

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  • Why Choose AMU?

    Academic Quality meets Affordable Tuition

    American Military University (AMU) provides quality and affordable online education to U.S. Armed Forces, members of the public safety, service and national security communities, and working adults in a wide range of fields. AMU closely partners with industry organizations and is highly respected by public service, intelligence, homeland security and criminal justice communities for developing curriculum that is relevant to today’s job market. AMU is a member of the regionally accredited American Public University System. Here’s why more than 80,000 students make us their school of choice.

    • #1 ranked provider of education to the U.S. military*
    • Admission fees are waived for active duty, guard and reserve members 
    • No application or technology fees; and textbooks are provided at no cost to all undergraduate students earning academic credit 
    • Active duty tuition assistance covers 100% of undergraduate tuition and 75% of graduate tuition for up to six courses per year**
    • Affordable tuition that is 10 percent less than the average four-year public university’s in-state rates according to the College Board’s 2009-2010 study
    • Save time and money by transferring previous education and training credits
    • Nationally recognized for quality online education and effective practices 
    • Experienced faculty; many who are executives in government and nonprofit organizations including the United Nations, State Department, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Central Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency and Federal Emergency Management Agency.
    • 96% of APU seniors say they are satisfied or very satisfied with their education
    • 97% of APU seniors say they would recommend APU to friends and colleagues

    To get started, complete our no-fee application now.

    * based upon 2009 DoD enrollment figures for U.S. servicemembers
    ** refer to your service's policy on tuition assistance eligibility


Video Spotlight

AMU Feature Video
Just what is online learning all about? Hear from our faculty and students about how AMU achieves academic excellence each day through online learning and take a tour of our virtual campus and classroom.

Student Spotlight

Gabrielle Newsam, Graduate
Bachelor of Science in Sports and Health Sciences

Gabrielle NewsamGabrielle Newsam went back to school to further her knowledge of sports medicine, with hopes of eventually obtaining a job in the field. The ease of navigation in the classroom, the flexible format of eight and 16 week classes, and the well-rounded sports and health science curriculum put the University at the top of Gabrielle’s list.

Having now achieved a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Health Sciences, Gabrielle works as a physician in a weight loss clinic, teaches CPR, and volunteers as a physician with the Special Olympics during sporting events. Gabrielle feels that her degree at the University has helped her become a better clinician as well as given her a better understanding of the sports industry as a whole.

Faculty Spotlight 

Brian A. Freeland
Program Director
M.S.: United States Sports Academy

Brian A. FreelandBrian Freeland is the Program Manager for the Sports and Health Science Degree Programs at American Military University. Brian holds a Bachelor's Degree in Health and Physical Education from Radford University and a Master's Degree in Sport Management from the United States Sports Academy. Brian taught Health and Physical Education at the elementary, middle, and high school level at the public school setting for nine years.

Brian coached high school basketball during his years as a public school teacher. During the 2005-2006 basketball season, he guided Rockbridge County High School (Lexington, VA) to their first winning season in the fourteen year history of the school and was also voted Valley District Coach of the Year for the 2006 season. Additionally, Brian was an assistant basketball coach for Altavista High School (Altavista, VA) for three years; Altavista earned one State Championship and three Regional Championships during his tenure.