Online Master of Science in Psychology – Sport Psychology
Are you interested in improving athletic performance by understanding the psychological factors that drive how people train, compete and recover? The online Master of Science in psychology with a concentration in sport psychology at Arizona State University focuses on the mental side of performance, bridging psychology and kinesiology to help explain why physical ability alone is not enough for optimal outcomes. You’ll build practical skills that support athletes, coaches and organizations while preparing for careers related to sport performance, health and well-being.
Quick facts
Next start date: 10/14/2026
Total classes: 10
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 30
This program is also available in-person.
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What is sport psychology?
Will my diploma say ‘online’?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”
Sport psychology courses
In your coursework, you’ll examine key theories and issues in sport psychology, from applied practice to professional ethics, to gain a full breadth of knowledge in this field. Required and elective courses include:
What can you do with a master’s in sports psychology?
With a master’s in sport psychology, you’ll be prepared to support athletes and coaches through performance consulting, mental skills assessment and training, and individual or team-based workshops. Career paths may include, but aren’t limited to:
Learn from leading sport psychology faculty
Prepare for the full New College experience curated by world-renowned faculty who are some of the brightest, most innovative academic minds in the world. Areas of expertise include psychology, anthropology, geography, political science, cybersecurity, forensic science and more. Our faculty strives to create an environment that prepares students to take their place in the world using the skills they’ve learned to pursue careers that benefit their communities.
Learn from leading sport psychology faculty
Prepare for the full New College experience curated by world-renowned faculty who are some of the brightest, most innovative academic minds in the world. Areas of expertise include psychology, anthropology, geography, political science, cybersecurity, forensic science and more. Our faculty strives to create an environment that prepares students to take their place in the world using the skills they’ve learned to pursue careers that benefit their communities.
How to apply
Applicants for this online management of technology program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences.
Study at the most innovative university in the nation
ASU is a global university recognized for its commitment to innovation, research and high-quality academic programs. Our university has been recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report.
#1
in innovation for 11 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT
Top 10
best online bachelor’s programs
Top 10%
best global universities
80%
of graduates reported that their experiences at ASU inspired them to explore new career opportunities
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
