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Advance your career with NDSU’s online master’s in leadership in physical education and sport coaching, a degree program designed to empower physical education teachers, sport coaches and sport leaders seeking to deepen their expertise and lead with excellence. The curriculum combines theory with real-world projects, preparing you to be an advocate for quality programs, honing your content knowledge, teaching methods and leadership abilities. You’ll gain critical and analytical skills to thrive in roles ranging from the high school to collegiate levels. Delivered entirely online, the program’s flexible approach lets you learn at your own pace, with access to interactive course content, discussions and engaging real-world projects.
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Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Grow as a Leader
Build on your professional teaching and coaching skills, acquire self-assessment skills and develop supervision and leadership competencies.
Earn Your Degree Affordably
Through this online program you’ll pay NDSU’s in-state tuition even if you reside in another state.
Flexible Mode of Delivery
Complete course assignments and activities when it works for your busy schedule.
Apply What You Learn
Most courses use a project-based format allowing you to read and discuss content online and then apply what you’ve learned in authentic action projects that are shared online with others.
Tuition and Funding
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To help you cover tuition and expenses, various departments offer graduate assistantships designed to support your academic and professional goals.
Admission Info
At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking to further their education within a supportive, welcoming community.
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