Overview

Adler University offers the specialized Sport and Human Performance course to promote certification with the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP). Students will gain practical experience providing mental skills training to athletes under the mentorship of a Certified Mental Performance Consultant.

Graduates are prepared for careers in a wide range of settings, from youth and professional sports to government agencies and within private practices.

Student Outcomes

Students have the opportunity to accumulate hours in various sport environments with athletes, teams, and coaches, and may spend 15 months at sites around the Chicago area to accumulate hours necessary for CMPC certification.

Careers

Graduates of the programme go on to work in various settings including:

Youth sport academies and clubs

Professional sport organizations

Coaching

Military

Private practice

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition

Biopsychosocial Aspects of Human Behaviour

Contemporary Issues in Cultural Sport Psychology

Advanced Techniques in Sport and Human Performance

Professional, Legal, and Ethical Issues

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 15 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

Many of the programmes fill quickly, so it is best to begin the application process early.

Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

38 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science View 456 other Masters in Sport and Exercise Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A baccalaureate degree earned from a regionally accredited college or university or an equivalent degree from an international college or university.
A recommended GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for undergraduate and graduate coursework. Exceptions may be made for applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic performance or academic ability in other ways.

Approved applicants will be invited for an interview with faculty.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Two letters of recommendation

Statement of Intent (2-3 pages, double-spaced) answering the following questions:

Why are you interested in your chosen field and programme?

Why is Adler University’s programme a good fit for you?

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

49156 USD / year

≈ 49156 USD / year
Out-of-State

49156 USD / year

≈ 49156 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

49156 USD / year

≈ 49156 USD / year

Additional Details

International students: $1,617 per credit + $1,402 International fee per term

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Sport and Human Performance.

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Overview

Student Outcomes

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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