Online Program Admissions
Are you ready to take the next step in positioning yourself as a leader in sport? Now more than ever, athletes, teams and organizations around the world are in need of educated and quality coaches. When students begin our online programs, they become part of a robust community of students, faculty, alumni, mentors and sport leaders, all working to elevate and redefine the coaching profession.
Students may begin our online coaching programs at the start of any academic quarter. For the complete academic quarter schedules, please visit the Registrar’s website.
Ready to connect with us over the phone or via Zoom? We are glad to set that up! Send us an email at gsppinfo@du.edu, and our team will schedule a time to speak with you in more detail. Prefer to call? Reach us directly at (303) 871-2908 or (303) 871-6029. Whether you have a long list of questions, or simply want to hear more about our exceptional online programs, we are here to help.
Additional Program-Specific Requirements
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Graduate Certificate in Strength & Conditioning and Fitness Coaching (24 credit)
Personal Statement
*Required for the 24-credit graduate certificate ONLY. Not required for the 16-credit specialized certificates.
Submit a 200-word personal statement that clearly addresses the two following items:
- Your motivation to complete the Sport Coaching certificate in Strength & Conditioning and Fitness Coaching
- What steps you will take to facilitate your learning in an online environment
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Master of Arts in Sport Coaching
- Submit an admissions essay (600 word maximum).
Applicants must submit an essay that clearly and concisely outlines the three following items:
- Your motivation to complete the Sport Coaching degree
- What steps you will take to facilitate your learning in an online environment
- What steps you will take to complete the degree
- Submit letters of recommendation (minimum 2).
At least one letter should be submitted from a university instructor, professor, or supervisor who can speak to your academic abilities, motivation and knowledge of sport coaching. Another letter should be submitted from a coach or administrator whom you played for at the club, high school, college or professional level OR a coach or athletic administrator you worked for (e.g., a coach who acted as a mentor or internship supervisor). If submitting more than two letters, we recommend students select people from varying backgrounds (i.e., coaches, administrators, teachers, athletes, peers, previous employers). Up to four letters of recommendation are accepted.
- Submit an admissions essay (600 word maximum).