Department of Health and Sport Sciences (HSS)
Discover a vibrant, welcoming community! Prepare for leadership in education, sport, and health through hands-on learning, research and real-world experience that sets you up for success.
Committed to your success in and out of the classroom
Our expert faculty have built strong connections within the health and sport community, providing students with hands-on experiences at major events like the PGA Championship, the Kentucky Derby, the Special Olympics and more. Students intern with local clinics and companies, gaining practical knowledge. Undergraduate students also have the opportunity to engage with research and student organizations.
Programs and Degrees
By the Numbers
students from around the world.
industry partnerships, from the NBA to the NCAA.
internship sites in and around Louisville.
Fitness Evaluation Program (FEP)
The Exercise Physiology Lab offers the most precise and science-based performance and body composition testing protocols available. The information gained from this testing will give you the most accurate picture of where you are and where you are going on your journey toward better health and fitness.
Accreditation
COSMA
The Sport Administration program is accredited by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA). Read the most recent Student Learning Outcomes for more information
The sport management degree programs at the University of Louisville have received specialized accreditation through the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA) located in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA. The sport management programs in the following degrees are accredited by COSMA:
- Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration
Ranked #2 in the United States by Sports Management Degree Guide - Master of Science in Sport Administration
Ranked #2 in the United States by Intelligent
Ranked #4 in the United States and #29 in the world by Eduniversal. - Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Organizational Development, specialization in Sport Administration
CoAES
The Exercise Physiology Clinical Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation for the Exercise Sciences (CoAES) located in Clearwater, Florida, USA.
| Academic Year of Graduation | Graduate Placement Rate (UG) | Student Retention (UG) | Student Satisfaction (UG) |
| 2024-2025 | 90% | 70% | 92% |
| 2023-2024 | 84% | 73% | 93% |
| Two-Year Average | 87% | 71.5% | 92.5% |
| Academic Year of Graduation | Graduate Placement Rate (Grad) | Student Retention (Grad) | Student Satisfaction (Grad) |
| 2024-2025 | 90% | 70% | 92% |
| 2023-2024 | 84% | 73% | 93% |
| Two-Year Average | 87% | 71.5% | 92.5% |
