Overview

The Sport and Recreation Studies M.Sc. at George Mason University is designed to prepare principled and knowledgeable professionals for leadership roles within the expansive global sport industry. Students engage with a curriculum that balances theoretical foundations with practical applications to enhance their success in various sport sectors. This programme is particularly suited for those looking to transition into the field or advance their current professional standing.

Why Sport and Recreation Studies at George Mason University?

Students benefit from the university's strategic location near Washington, D.C., providing unparalleled access to numerous professional sports teams, Division I university athletics departments, and major sport event venues. The curriculum is guided by industry standards from the North American Society for Sport Management and the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation. Small class sizes ensure that learners receive individualised attention from award-winning faculty members who are leaders in the field.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 41124 per year
National fee: USD 41124 per year
Local fee: USD 18060 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of core coursework and specialised concentration modules. Modules may include:

Sport and Recreation Studies
Strategic Leadership in Sport Organizations
Legal Issues in Sport
Research Design and Statistical Reasoning
Sport Marketing and Sales
Economics and Financial Management in the Sport Industry
Sport Operations, Venues, and Event Management
Ethical Issues in Global Sport
Sport and International Development

Careers with Sport and Recreation Studies

Graduates are prepared for diverse leadership and administrative roles across the private, non-profit, and public sectors. Alumni have secured positions with national governing bodies, university athletics departments, and professional teams in the NFL, NHL, NBA, and MLS. Potential career paths include:

General Manager or Athletic Director
Sport Marketer or Media Relations Specialist
Sports Data Analyst
Facility Director or Event Manager
Compliance Officer
Sponsor Relations Manager
Olympic Sport Development Officer

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Sport and Recreation Studies

Strategic Leadership in Sport Organizations

Strategic Leadership in Recreation Administration

Legal Issues in Sport

Research Design and Statistical Reasoning

Seminar in Sport and Recreation Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-18 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-18 00:00:00 , Local
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-09 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-09 00:00:00 , Local
Starting 2027-05-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Fairfax, United States

Disciplines

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Other requirements

General requirements

You must have earned or will earn* a minimum of a four-year baccalaureate degree from a US institution of higher education accredited by one of the organizations found here, or an equivalent degree from a nationally recognized non-US institution.
You must have earned a 3.00 GPA on a 4.00 scale or better in your baccalaureate study. The GPA requirement can be higher for individual graduate programs.
If you are an applicant with domestic educational credentials (inside the United States): you may upload unofficial copies of your transcripts on the online application.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

41124 USD / year

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Out-of-State

41124 USD / year

≈ 41124 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

18060 USD / year

≈ 18060 USD / year

Living costs

Fairfax

United States

1330 - 2300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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