Sport Management, Doctor of Philosophy in Kinesiology
Ohio State's PhD sport management program puts you in a position to become a leader in the field. You will have opportunities to customize your studies, master your research skills and get the encouragement to follow your passions, wherever they lie. This flexible program allows you to get involved with several types of research and get exposed to many different interdisciplinary areas at Ohio State.
Program Features
One-on-one, personalized support from internationally renowned faculty members, and guidance from those outside of sport management
Create a big network of people inside and outside the university
Inspire students through teaching
Present at conferences and get recognized by experts when you publish in peer-reviewed journals
Be completely immersed in a sports city
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Funding Options
Key to teaching, research and learning in the college, associateships provide students with professional experience and financial support.
These financial awards are made by Ohio State to students based on academic merit through a university-wide competition.
The college annually awards scholarships to its students to support their academic goals.
Cost
Graduate program costs can depend on a variety of factors such as residency, number of credit hours, and number of semesters enrolled. The Graduate Admissions website provides an estimate of annual costs for Ohio residents, domestic non-residents, and international students. The Registrar’s Office provides more in-depth information about Tuition and Fees.
Degree Requirements
Prerequisites
Master’s degree. Test scores: GRE
Expected time to degree
3 years
Deadline to apply
December 1
for funding consideration; then rolling admissions until cohort filled
Applications for the next admissions cycle will open September 1
Program start
Autumn Semester
Program handbook
Mode of Instruction
While some courses may be offered online, this degree requires in-person learning on the Columbus campus.
Prospective students are encouraged to complete an inquiry card so we can share information about virtual info sessions, opportunities to connect graduate students, program news and the admissions process.
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