Leadership in Physical Education (MA)
Master of Arts
Become a more effective and reflective Pre-K-12 Physical Education teacher.
- Delivered entirely online
- Begin coursework in Fall 2025
- Apply now!
You may be eligible for a $2,000 Online & Distance Education Scholarship -- complete the application today!
Features
Entirely Online | 30 Credits | 2 Years
- Courses are designed using the Quality Matters set of professional standards based upon research, best practices and national standards for course design.
- Courses address topics such as motor learning, curriculum development, effective teaching and sport psychology.
- Ranked in the top 10 Physical Education Masters Programs by Sports Management Degree Hub.
As an Online & Distance Education student, you’ll have a dedicated Enrollment Contact and Program Coordinator to assist you with registering for classes, navigating the course sequence and billing process, preparing for graduation and much more.
 | Fabio Fontana Program Coordinator Department Head and Professor, Kinesiology |
 | Janelle Finke Enrollment Contact janelle.finke@uni.edu |
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During fall and spring semesters, courses are scheduled in eight-week modules on select Wednesday evenings via Zoom. Some courses are offered online using Blackboard, a dynamic platform that will enhance your learning experience and sense of community with fellow classmates.
Our graduates are prepared to:
- Advocate for physical education in their schools and districts
- Design comprehensive school-based physical activity programs
- Apply research principles to teaching practices
- Model best practices and serve as leaders
Individualized Support Services
Throughout every step of your program, you'll have a dedicated team of support staff ready to assist you. You'll also have access to UNI services such as:
- Personalized academic advising
- Support from Financial Aid, Career Services and Rod Library staff
- Academic support and tutoring opportunities from the Learning Center
- Access to student accessibility services and staff
- Technical support assistance
During fall and spring semesters, courses are scheduled in eight-week modules on select Wednesday evenings via Zoom. Some courses are offered online using Blackboard, a dynamic platform that will enhance your learning experience and sense of community with fellow classmates.
Our graduates are prepared to:
- Advocate for physical education in their schools and districts
- Design comprehensive school-based physical activity programs
- Apply research principles to teaching practices
- Model best practices and serve as leaders
Individualized Support Services
Throughout every step of your program, you'll have a dedicated team of support staff ready to assist you. You'll also have access to UNI services such as:
- Personalized academic advising
- Support from Financial Aid, Career Services and Rod Library staff
- Academic support and tutoring opportunities from the Learning Center
- Access to student accessibility services and staff
- Technical support assistance
To be admitted, students must have:
- 2.75 is the minimum GPA to be accepted without provision; applicants with a GPA lower than 2.75 may still be admitted provisionally, at the discretion of the program and the Division of Graduate Studies.
Along with the application, you’ll need to submit:
- An applicant statement describing your professional goals, motivation for applying to the program, and your area of research interest or expertise.
- Professional resume
- Two letters of recommendation
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required.
Next Steps
Express Interest
Complete our online information request form. We'll send program updates, important information, and application deadlines directly to your inbox!
Apply
To be admitted, students must have:
- An applicant statement describing your professional goals, motivation for applying to the program, and your area of research interest or expertise
- A professional resume
- Two letters of recommendation
Along with the application, students should have their official transcripts sent directly to the Office of Admissions
Apply for Scholarships
Online & Distance Education offers scholarships for qualified students. Learn more and apply for the scholarship today.
Delivery of this program is contingent on a sufficient number of students being accepted into the program.
Mykel Carlson
"I'm in my third year teaching Elementary Physical Education. I love learning new things, which led me to pursue my master's degree. This program has inspired me to keep finding information to promote our field, and to use that information to benefit my students."
Class of 2021, Physical Education - Pedagogy MA