

A Timely Sport Science Degree
Our online master’s degree in Sport Science: Coaching and Mental Performance responds to the increased awareness of the mental health needs of teams and individuals with competition or performance-related goals.
Tuition & Fees
33 credits
$645 per-credit
$2,935 Graduate Assistantships available per semester (enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits per semester)
Must be available for in-person Graduate Assistantship work on either Albany or Troy campuses
Length & Format
18 months to 2 years
to graduate, choose a full-time or part-time schedule
100% Online
program delivery
About The School of Education
Professors at the Esteves School of Education include distinguished researchers, experienced classroom teachers, and respected program directors, principals, superintendents and district administrators with connections to schools and school districts throughout New York state.
Specialties in our Sport Science master’s program
Choose from the following electives:
Course Requirements
Credits and Completion
The M.S. in Sport Science: Coaching & Mental Performance provides the opportunity for teachers and coaches with undergraduate degrees in physical education and related areas the opportunity to focus more on the coaching aspects of their professional journeys.

Meet Our Students
Whether you’re pursuing educational requirements for NYS professional certification in physical education or you’re looking to improve your understanding of the mental aspect of sports to be a better coach, this program has something to offer.
What drew you to the master’s program in Sport Science: Coaching and Mental Performance at Russell Sage College? I wanted …
Why did you choose the master’s program in Sport Science: Coaching and Mental Performance? I completed my B.S. in Health …

Your Future Career with a Master’s in Sport Science
Graduates of Sage’s Sport Science master’s program will be prepared to pursue New York State Professional Teaching Certification for Physical Education or to work in college athletics or as coaches in a variety of fields.
While our curriculum is focused on athletes and athletic teams, graduates may also pursue coaching opportunities in business, health and wellness or other fields.
Those outside of the teaching and coaching professions with this degree will be well-positioned for doctoral studies that could lead to becoming a sports psychologist.