Online Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration with a concentration in Sport Leadership from LSU
Examine leadership principles and organizational strategies used to manage teams, programs, and sport organizations.
Develop skills to motivate individuals, coordinate operations, and support successful performance in sports environments.
Explore the operational, ethical, and strategic considerations that shape modern sports organizations and athletic programs.
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Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration is accredited by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA). The program is designed to prepare students to enter careers in the sport industry.
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Admissions
Whether you're a first-time freshman or a transfer student, our admissions team is here to support you from day one.
Apply by
May 11, 2026
Classes begin
May 25, 2026
I have no college credits
First Time Freshman
- 3.0 Core GPA on the 19 units of college-preparatory high school courses as outlined in the LSU Core
- LSU is a test-optional institution which means applicants will have the choice to select if they wish to have their ACT or SAT scores considered for admission. Click here to learn more!
I have some college credits
Transfer Student General Admission Requirements
- 30* or more transferable (academic, non-remedial) credit hours from a regionally-accredited college or university
- 2.5 academic GPA on all transferable college work attempted
- A grade of “C” or better in a college-level English course that fulfilled a general education requirement at the institution where it was taken
- A grade of “C” or better in a college-level Math course that fulfilled a general education requirement at the institution where it was taken
*Students who will not have 30 transferable credit hours by the time they plan to enroll at LSU can still be considered for admission if they meet all remaining transfer requirements.
To see about transfer credits please check out the TIGER TRANSFER TABLES.
Re-Entry Student Admission Requirements
- Students interested in applying for re-entry to LSU must have a 2.0 GPA on all LSU coursework and must meet the requirements for their prospective senior college.
- Students who have attempted 30 or more hours at another institution must also have a 2.5 cumulative GPA on all college work attempted. For your senior college specific requirements please check out the Re-Entry Student Requirements per College.
If you feel like you do not meet any of the above qualifications please reach out to your Enrollment Coach team member as there are different evaluation pathways for non-traditional students to take.
Undergraduate students who are reviewed and admitted by meeting LSU A&M general admissions requirements but do not meet the admittance requirements to a senior college have two admissions options:
- Option 1
Students can start with The University College Center for Freshman Year (UCFY). This academic unit is designed for new freshmen and some transfer and re-entry students. Their mission is to prepare incoming students for success at LSU and to help define their academic and career goals. Students typically exit the UCFY at the conclusion of the freshman year and enter one of the degree-granting senior colleges at LSU. - Option 2
Students can start with The Center for Advising and Counseling (UCAC). This administrative unit serves as the academic home for students who have attempted 30-plus hours of college credit and who do not yet meet the admission requirements for one of the University’s degree-granting senior colleges.
For a list of specific senior college requirements please visit the LSU A&M Undergraduate Admission page.
Tuition
LSU's online programs offer competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees. Plus, you may be able to save even more by transferring up to 75% of previous credits.
Tuition & Fees
- 120 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $445
- Cost per credit hour
- $13,350
- Total cost with fees and maximum transfer credits
- $53,400
- Total cost with fees
The final cost of this program will be determined once all transfer credits are evaluated. For the BS in Sport Administration program, you are able to transfer up to 75% of previous credits. Your academic advisor will work with you to determine if and how any prior college credits earned will apply toward your LSU degree.
*For further information about the approval for transfer credits and other requirements, please visit this site.
The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
Financial Aid Available
LSU offers several ways to help you pay for your degree including credit for prior learning (PLA), financial aid, and veteran education benefits. Learn More.
Academics
This program equips students with knowledge, skills, and key principles needed to become leaders within the sports industry. This pathway provides specialized training required to lead, manage, coach, and motivate others effectively.
What Will I Learn?
Students who graduate with an online sport leadership degree will be prepared to handle the financial and administrative challenges within the world of sport administration. Students will also develop the leadership capabilities needed to move ahead in their careers.
Topics covered in this degree include:
- Introduction to leadership and leadership development; emphasis on students understanding their personal traits, values, characteristics and development tasks as a foundation for leadership development
- Survey of leadership theory, concepts and research; emphasis on understanding the foundational concepts of modern leadership
- The expanding role of information technology in organizations, including the development and use of information systems, hardware and software, the strategic impact of IT and the nature of the IT career
- Policies and practices in the administration of athletic programs in academic settings
Courses
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
KIN - 2510 Introduction to Sport and Leisure Administration |
3 |
KIN - 2501 History and Philosophy of Kinesiology |
3 |
KIN - 2530 Sport in Society |
3 |
KIN - 2513 Professional Development in Sport Administration |
3 |
ACCT - 2000 Survey of Accounting |
3 |
KIN - 3800 Ethical and Legal Issues in Sport |
3 |
KIN - 3801 Sport Strategies and Planning |
3 |
KIN - 3802 Program and Event Management |
3 |
KIN - 3804 Financial Issues in Sport |
3 |
KIN - 4513 Facilities Management |
3 |
KIN - 4518 Governance and Policy Development in Sport |
3 |
KIN - 4835 Practicum in Sport and Leisure Administration* |
6* |
Total Required Credit Hours |
39 |
| Concentration Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
LHRD - 2723 Introduction to Leadership Development |
3 |
LHRD - 3723 Leadership Concepts and Principles |
3 |
ISDS - 1100 Introduction to Management Information Systems |
3 |
KIN - 4517 Sports Administration |
3 |
Total Required Credit Hours |
12 |
| Concentration Electives | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
CMST - 2061 Communication for Business and the Professions |
3 |
BLAW - 3201 Business Law |
3 |
ELRC - 4507 Computer Technology in Education |
3 |
MC - 2000 Introduction to Mass Media |
3 |
Total Required Credit Hours |
12 |
| Free Electives | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
KIN - 3805 Sales and Sponsorship in Sport |
3 |
MC - 2025 The Business of Entertainment Media |
3 |
PSYC - 2000 Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
MC - 3333 Multiculturalism in Media |
3 |
CMST - 3118 Intercultural Communication |
3 |
MC - 4971 Intercultural Communication with Health |
3 |
Total Required Credit Hours |
18 |
In order to graduate a student must complete 39 general education credits including 9 credits in natural sciences, 9 credits in humanities, 6 credits in English composition, 6 credits in analytical reasoning, 6 credits in social sciences, and 3 credits in arts.
*All students completing KIN 4835 will need to complete 300 hours at an approved facility over the course of either a single 7-week module or two consecutive 7-week modules. There is potential for the student to complete those hours at their current place of employment at the approval of the department, provided that it is related to the sport industry. LSU does not place students in internships at their specific locations but is able to serve as a resource to identify potential locations to intern in the students' general area.
Concentrations
The online Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration offers two unique concentrations.
Sport Administration: Sport Commerce
The online Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration with a concentration in Sport Commerce focuses on sport as a business enterprise, preparing students to manage the business side of sport administration.
- Management functions
- Marketing environment, functions, and institutional structure
- Marketing strategy and policies
- Problems of cost and productivity
- View points of society, consumer, and marketing manager
Sport Administration: Sport Leadership
The online Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration with a concentration in Sport Leadership provides students with the knowledge, skills, and principles to become leaders in the sports industry. This program offers specialized training in leadership, management, coaching, and motivation, preparing students for careers in sports management.
- Introduction to leadership and leadership development
- Emphasis on understanding personal traits, values, characteristics
- Development tasks as a foundation for leadership development
Careers
Career Opportunities
- Sports coach
- Event coordinator
- Director of youth sports
- Sports agent
- Public relations manager
- Administrative supervisor
- Media relations director
- General manager
- Director of corporate partnerships
- Associate director of marketing
- Assistant director of facilities
Testimonials
Being in the sports field I wanted a sports degree from a university that was the most prolific athletic school in the country! I enjoyed the professors within the program. They made the lessons informative, but not overbearing. They were very responsive to questions, and pushed for excellence."
