Bachelor of Science in Psychology with Sports Performance
Southwest Baptist University
Key Information
Campus location
Bolivar, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 27,290 / per year *
Application deadline
Request info
Earliest start date
Aug 2024
* $37,272/year including fees
Introduction
An athlete's mental health is critically important and directly affects an athlete's performance. Understanding the mental health aspects of athletics has grown in importance and popularity.
Southwest Baptist University's unique degree in Psychology with Sports Performance Enhancement blends core classes from psychology and kinesiology to prepare you for a career in working with athletes at all levels.
While the focus is on performance enhancement, the program provides you with an overview of how to help athletes work on the mental side of their sport and compete at their best.
This program will also prepare you for graduate studies in areas such as sports psychology or counseling psychology. You can even add a minor in counseling to this degree program.
The bachelor's degree in psychology with sports performance enhancement also is excellent preparation for entering SBU's Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
The SBU Advantage
- Develop interpersonal and servant leadership skills through SBU's people-focused approach to psychology and kinesiology.
- Work with faculty members one-on-one to find practicum and internship opportunities that match your interests.
- Learn from faculty with a wide range of relevant real-world experiences.
- Receive personalized instruction and build quality relationships with faculty and classmates through small class sizes and individual academic advisement.
Curriculum
Freshman
Fall Semester
- ENG 1113 English Composition I 3
- PSY 1013 General Psychology 3
- BIB 1013 Old Testament History 3
- CIS 1103 Computer & Information Management 3
- MAT 1243 Algebraic Reasoning and Modeling 3
- UNI 1111 University Seminar 1
Total hours 16
Spring Semester
- ENG 2213 English Composition II 3
- SOC 1003 Introduction to Sociology 3
- BIB 1023 New Testament History 3
- KIN 1162 Foundations of Physical Fitness/Wellness 2
- HIS 2213/2223 U.S. History I or II 3
- UNI 1121 Introduction to Critical Thinking 1
Total hours 15
Sophomore
Fall Semester
- SPM 1113 Introduction to Sports Management 3
- PSY 2063 Systems of Psychology 3
- COM 1103 Fundamentals of Speech Communication 3
- BIO 1004 Principles of Biology 4
- POL 1113 American Government and Politics 3
Total hours 16
Spring Semester
- SOC 2012 Human Diversity 2
- PSY 3063 Human Growth and Development 3
- ECO 2003 LIFE Economics 3
- SPF 2012 Introduction to Spiritual Formation 2
- PSY 3393 Introduction to Sports Psychology 3
- FAR 10_3 Intro. to Art, Fine Arts, Music or Theatre 3
Total hours 16
Junior
Fall Semester
- PSY 3033 Abnormal Psychology 3
- PSY 4264 Physiological Psychology 3
- BEH 3073 Social Psychology 3
- BEH 2233 Introduction to Research 3
- KIN 3093 Responding to Emergencies 3
- General Elective 3
Total hours 18
Winterfest
- KIN 2133 Principles of Human Anatomy 3
Spring Semester
- BEH 3243 Elementary Statistics 3
- KIN 4013 Sports in American Society 3
- PHS 1004 Introduction to Physical Science 4
- KIN 3073 Physiology of Exercise 3
- PSY 3313 Introduction to Counseling 3
Total hours 16
Senior
Fall Semester
- KIN 4003 Kinesiology 3
- Kinesiology or Psychology Elective 3
- PSY 4093 Behavioral Analysis 3
- PSY 4373 Addictions 3
- KIN 4023 Organization and Administration of Sport 3
Total hours 16
Spring Semester
- PSY 4986 Internship (Elective) 6
- KIN 3053 Measurement and Evaluation in Sports 3
- Kinesiology Elective 3
- General elective 3
Total hours 15
Career Opportunities
SBU's program in psychology with sports performance enhancement will equip you for a variety of career opportunities, including:
- Athletic coaching at any level
- Client care
- Counselor
- Group homework
- Healthcare
- Mental health worker
- Recreation program director
- Sports psychologist
Graduate Schools
Recent graduates from SBU have gone on to further study in programs such as:
- Arizona State University (sports psychology)
- University of Kansas (sports psychology)
- University of West Florida (health, leisure, and exercise science)
Additionally, you will be equipped to pursue graduate degrees right here at SBU, including:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Master of Education - Athletic Administration
Student Testimonials
Scholarships and Funding
As a student majoring in Psychology with Sports Performance Enhancement, you will have the opportunity to apply for several privately funded scholarships for psychology students, including:
- Autry and Irene Brown Scholarship
- Joe B. Shelton Scholarship
- Parsons Scholarship
- Rose E. Ray Scholarship
- Sara McGaha Memorial Scholarship
Admissions
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