Graduate Certificate in High Performance Coaching and Sports Science

Academic Overview & Description

Cutting-edge curriculum examining athletic biomechanics, GPS player tracking analytics, athlete recovery physiology, and evidence-based tactical periodization.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Wildcat Athletics Coaching Grant: $1,500 tuition discount

Tuition Rate

$6,900 (Total certificate cost)

Application Fee

$50

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

Conferred bachelor's degree with 2.75+ GPA in kinesiology, biology, or athletics

English Language

IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 79

Standardized Exam

Not required

Application Materials

Transcripts, sports background summary

Letters of Recommendation

One recommendation

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Kentucky Online's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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