College of Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Sports Psychology
A sports psychology degree provides a flexible pathway to a variety of fulfilling careers for those who love sports and fitness. At Faulkner University, students who prefer a traditional learning environment have a choice of campus locations for obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Psychology in Montgomery.Â
Program Objectives
With a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Psychology, students are prepared for careers in athletics, medical research, health care, education, and the fitness industry. Additional opportunities exist in the performing arts and providing care for a variety of populations, including the aging, people living with disabilities, military veterans, and people in prison.
Here are just a few job titles held by our graduates:
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- Physical rehabilitation assistant
- High school athletic counselor
- Head or assistant coach
- Training team member
- High school academic advisor
- Exercise program assistant
PROGRAM RESOURCES
UNDERGRADUATE
Admission Requirements
- Must be a high school graduate with a regular or advanced diploma or have a GED certificate
- If out of high school for less than five years, ACT (minimum 18 composite) or SAT (minimum 970) scores are required. ACT or SAT scores are not required for anyone having graduated high school more than five years ago.
- ACT or SAT scores are not required for transfer applicants with a minimum of 24 transferable hours from a regionally accredited college or university.
Program Information
The Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Psychology requires a total of 121 course hours. With many electives available in our undergraduate catalog, it is possible to customize the degree program to reflect students’ interests and career goals. With a bachelor’s degree, graduates are prepared to pursue advanced degrees in psychology, such as a master’s degree or doctorate in sport and performance psychology. Students can join the Faulkner University Psychology Club, where advisors and students learn about new developments in the field and network with psychology professionals. More information is available on the group’s Facebook page. Students who meet the academic requirements may be eligible for lifetime membership in the Psi-Chi Honor Society, a professional organization with a chapter at Faulkner University.
Traditional Tuition and Fees
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | |
| 1–11 hours (Fall & Spring) | $1,025 per semester hour |
| 12–18 hours (block rate – Fall & Spring) | $12,300 per semester |
| 19 hours and above (Fall & Spring) | $685 per semester hour |
| Summer | $450 per semester hour |
| Military Qualified Students (60 hours or less) | $250 per semester hour |
| Fees | |
| Online Course Fee (fully online) | $75 per semester hour |
| Applicable Course Fees (see fees below) | |
Admissions and contact
For additional information, please contact our enrollment team:
Phone 334.386.7200
Email admissions@faulkner.edu
College Faculty

Guy Renfro
Associate Professor of Behavioral Sciences

Grover Plunkett
Assistant Professor of Behavioral Sciences

James Guy
Chair of Behavioral Sciences and Professor

Heidi Guy
Dir, Undergrad Online Psch/Asst Prof
