About this Program

This program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions within the sport industry. Students acquire knowledge and skills needed for careers with professional sport teams and leagues, intercollegiate athletics, sport facility and event management companies, sport marketing agencies, and other sport-related businesses.

Program Highlights

  • Acquire knowledge and skills needed for success in the sport industry

  • Gain experience through field-based coursework and internships

  • Network with local and national sport business leaders

  • Develop leadership skills through involvement with the sport management majors’ club

AT A GLANCE
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Degree Earned
Bachelor of Science
Delivery Modes
On-Campus

Careers

Check out these ideas from ODU's Center for Career & Leadership Development and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.

Search Marketing Strategists

$91,080 Median Salary

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Business Operations Specialists, All Other

$75,740 Median Salary

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

Social and Community Service Managers

$77,030 Median Salary

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Alumni Careers

Old Dominion University Athletics
Atlanta Falcons
Philadelphia Eagles
Gwinnett Stripers Baseball Club
Hampton Roads Soccer Council
Southside Boys & Girls Club of Virginia

Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for Sport Management at ODU?
Students entering the Bachelor of Science program in Sport Management should meet the minimum university admission requirements Undergraduate Admission.

For Admission to the Sport Management Program

GPA

Overall GPA of 2.0 or higher; Major GPA of 2.0 or higher

Transfer

At ODU, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful...

Cost

Estimated rates for the 2024-25 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.

Active Duty Military Rate
Cost Per-Credit $250
Virginia Resident
Cost Per-Credit $408
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Cost Per-Credit $439
Non-Resident
Cost Per-Credit $1,109

Ways to Save

Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ODU. For more information visit University Student Financial Aid.

Contact

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