Sports Science and Performance Programming ,BS
Athletic Enhancement, Athletic Performance, Athletic Training, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Performance Coach, Speed Coach, Sports Performance, Strength And Conditioning, Strength Coach, Tactical Performance Specialist, approved for STEM-OPT extension, exercise, fitness
Are you ready to shape the future of human performance? You'll work with innovative technologies to assess and train athletes, tactical professionals and rehabilitation clients. Learn to turn data into effective strategies for recovery, resilience and peak performance.
The Bachelor of Science program in sports science and performance programming prepares you to work directly with athletes, tactical personnel and recreational participants, equipping you to use evidence-based approaches to elevate human performance.
You gain hands-on experience with performance technologies such as force plates, motion capture systems and wearable monitoring tools, enabling you to learn how to collect and analyze data that informs training and recovery strategies. Coursework emphasizes the integration of physiology, biomechanics and data analytics in the design of innovative performance solutions tailored to the needs of diverse populations.
This program emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving. Through applied training in assessment, exercise programming and recovery planning, you develop the expertise to recognize and respond to the stresses the body undergoes during sport and occupational demands.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
College of Health Solutions
- Location: Downtown Phoenix
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
- First
required math course:
MAT 117 - College Algebra
or MAT 170 Precalculus - Math
intensity: Moderate
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Apply coaching strategies to maximize efficiency and performance of individuals and reduce the risk of injury under high stress during performance training.
- Understand the scientific foundations that govern adaptation and movement optimization identified as foundational competencies for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist examination and necessary to properly construct advanced performance programs.
- Create evidence-based sports performance programs designed to improve individual and/or team performance and reduce the risk of injury potential during their participation in their activities.
Students who study sports science and performance programming work to push the limits of peak sports performance. When participating in a Global Education program, they gain valuable skills in leadership, communication and critical thinking, enabling them to push the limits of their personal knowledge and experience as well. Study abroad experience enables students to stand out in a competitive field and leads to cultural enrichment and competency.
The College of Health Solutions recommends these programs for students majoring in sports science and performance programming.
The program is designed to equip graduates with the skills to lead in rapidly evolving fields where technology and human performance intersect. As innovative technologies and data analytics continue to expand, so too do opportunities for professionals who can translate complex information into practical solutions that improve health, performance and recovery. Unlike AI-driven tools, graduates of this program bring critical thinking, hands-on expertise, and a human-centered approach to solving performance challenges across diverse populations.
Graduates are prepared to sit for nationally accredited certification exams in performance training and corrective exercise or to work with tactical populations through the Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator credential. Graduates can pursue careers in sports performance, rehabilitation, tactical training and performance, or strength and conditioning, well as advanced graduate study in sports science, athletic training, sports medicine or other exercise-science-related disciplines.
Career options span high school, collegiate, professional, and private sector sports performance training, along with tactical performance roles supporting police officers, firefighters and military personnel. Graduates stand at the forefront of a growing industry driven by the integration of human expertise and technological innovation.
Potential career options include:
- athletic trainer
- fitness center director
- gait analyst
- performance center director
- physical therapist
- sports data technician
- sports engineer
- sports scientist
- strength and conditioning coach
- tactical performance coach
Some of these positions may require additional education.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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11.1%
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$62,520
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6.4%
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$47,320
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9.5%
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$59,460
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11.9%
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$47,160
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6.5%
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$69,770
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4.4%
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$105,770
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2.5%
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$265,930
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ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.
College of Health Solutions
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HLTHN 4th floor
chs@asu.edu
602-496-3300
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