Admission Process | M.S. in Sport Physiology and Performance Coaching

Admission to the Carroll University Master of Science in Sport Physiology and Performance Coaching requires a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and satisfactory completion of prerequisite coursework. The program considers all qualified applicants without discrimination regardless of race, color, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, national or ethnic origin, or handicap that does not interfere with the performance of professional sport and performance coaching as provided by law. Applicants are considered on a case-by-case basis throughout the academic year.

The accelerated 15-month, 40-credit program begins in the summer while the 24 month, 40 credit program, begins in the fall, for those looking for a more gradual pace. 

Candidates are welcome to schedule an individual meeting with admission to discuss any questions about the program or application process.

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Application Process

STEP 1: Submit the Graduate Studies Application

STEP 2: Complete and submit the following within the application status portal after submission of your application:

  1. Personal Statement - Describe a meaningful experience in your life. Reflect on how that experience influenced your personal growth, such as your attitudes or perceptions.
  2. Resume
  3. Reference List - List should contain three professional references with contact information
  4. Safety & Technical Standards Form - Found within the application status portal
  5. Official Post-Secondary Transcripts - From all institutions attended
                               Carroll University
                               Office of Admission
                               100 N. East Avenue
                               Waukesha, WI 53186

To monitor the status of your application and to submit application materials, log into your student portal at apply.carrollu.edu/status.

Academic Requirements

Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited institution is required prior to matriculation.

GPA Requirement
A cumulative and prerequisite GPA of 2.50 (on a 4.0 scale) is recommended to be considered for admission.

Pre-Professional Coursework
Pre-professional coursework should be completed within seven years of application. Candidates with coursework older than seven years should have relevant experience in the field to be considered.

Courses must be completed with grades of 'C' or better.
  • One semester of anatomy with a lab
  • One semester of physiology with a lab
    • or combined anatomy and physiology I and II courses with lab
  • One semester of exercise physiology
Proof of current CPR and first-aid certification for the professional rescuer is required prior to matriculation.

National Strength and Conditioning Association’s (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential or USA Weightlifting Level I (USAW-I) certification. If not certified, individuals will be required to become certified during the first term of the program.

International students may have additional admission requirements.

Contact Josh Hurlebaus for assistance at gradinfo@carrollu.edu or 262.524.7225.

Admission Questions

Please contact Josh Hurlebaus at 262.524.7225 or gradinfo@carrollu.edu

Candidates are welcome to schedule an individual meeting to discuss any questions about the program or application process at this link. 

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