Master of Sports Science (M.S.S.)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for graduate admission?

First, you should be aware of the requirements, second submit an application, and third, you should have all college transcripts mailed to:

United States Sports Academy
Attn: Admissions
One Academy Drive
Daphne, AL 36526

Where do I send my recommendation forms and FERPA Release forms?

You may have your letters faxed to the Student Services fax at 251-625-1035 or recommendations may be mailed to:

United States Sports Academy
Attn: Admissions
One Academy Drive
Daphne, AL 36526

Make sure that the authors of the recommendation forms sign their names.

What should I include in my personal statement?

The applicant must prepare a written personal statement presenting (in narrative form) an autobiography, career plans, and expected goals for pursuing the M.S.S. at the United States Sports Academy. The Personal Statement should be between 300-400 words and it should be saved as a .doc file. In all matters or style and format, the Academy has adopted The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA) as the accepted style guide in the preparation of academic papers. The Academy always uses the most current edition of the manual. For more information, go to http://www.apa.org. For more information view the Writer’s Guide for the Personal Statement.