Overview

The Master of Science in Sports Science (MSSS) at Nova Southeastern University is an online program that focuses on human performance.

Key Facts

Research conducted by our faculty includes the areas of body composition, exercise performance, sports neuroscience, sports biomechanics, sports supplements, and elite athletics.

Graduates are encouraged to pursue careers in research, strength and conditioning, sports science, fitness, and continued graduate education.

The program offers the option to conduct research under faculty mentorship or participate in a specialized internship in the field of sports science.

Students will explore core courses at the master's level and apply practical skills in various virtual and practical settings.

Accreditation

NSU’s M.S. in Sports Science program is endorsed by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) in the areas of strength and conditioning and research.

The NSCA’s Education Recognition Program (ERP) recognizes regionally accredited academic institutions for their educational programs that have met, and continue to meet, educational guidelines recommended by the NSCA.

ERP recognitions are good for three years and schools are eligible for renewal following this three-year period.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Sport Biomechanics
Laboratory Instrumentation
Writing for Allied Health Professionals
Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Advanced Methods of Strength and Conditioning
Directed Research
Advanced Ergogenic Aids
Performance Psychology
Sports Analytics

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Davie, United States

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science View 155 other Masters in Sport and Exercise Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the completed NSU application and the $50 non‑refundable application fee.
Provide a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university or an approved credentialing agency for international students.
Meet the minimum cumulative GPA requirement of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
Submit final official transcripts from all institutions attended.
Provide a TOEFL score if English is not the applicant’s native language.
Submit an official course‑by‑course evaluation of foreign coursework from a NACES‑approved service if applicable.
Successfully complete a professional interview with the NSU MSSS Admissions Committee, offered only to applicants who meet all requirements.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

21900 USD / year

≈ 21900 USD / year
Out-of-State

21900 USD / year

≈ 21900 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

21900 USD / year

≈ 21900 USD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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