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252 Best Sports & Recreation Bachelor's Universities in the United States 2026

This ranks Sports & Recreation bachelor’s degrees in the United States for 2026. It is for applicants choosing an undergraduate route into the subject from another country.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

252 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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CO Columbia University logo

Columbia University

New York, United States · Private University

★ 78 QS World #34 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
USD 56,000 – USD 76,000/yr
Founded
1754
2
MU Marywood University logo

Marywood University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
3
XU Xavier University logo

Xavier University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
5
TU Tiffin University logo

Tiffin University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
6
MU Maryville University logo

Maryville University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
7
LU Lander University logo

Lander University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
9
AS Albany State University logo

Albany State University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
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CS Columbus State University logo

Columbus State University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Sports & Recreation?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Columbia University, Marywood University, Xavier University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Sports & Recreation cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Sports & Recreation abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Sports & Recreation at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Sports & Recreation at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A bachelor’s degree in Sports & Recreation is an undergraduate path for applicants who want a first degree in the subject. It suits students aiming for entry-level roles or further study after graduation, rather than a shorter diploma route or a master’s-level specialisation.

The universities in this group are public institutions. The mix includes larger university names and specialist-sounding institutions, and the decision will come down to fit, location and cost. Fee information is published for some institutions and missing for others, so applicants should not assume the same cost across the group.

Before applying, verify tuition, entry requirements, deadlines, and whether the programme is available in the exact format and campus you want. Confirm the award title, length, and any practical or placement requirements directly with the university, especially where fee information is missing.