Undergraduate
Sport Administration
Learn the business side of sports, wellness, and recreation.
Sports Administration major and minor
Our Sports Administration program offers a cutting-edge curriculum designed to prepare you for real-world success in the fast-paced sports industry. Immerse yourself in hands-on learning, guided by expert faculty and seasoned sports professionals who are invested in your growth.
From dynamic internships to a transformative capstone experience, you’ll build the skills and mindset needed to lead with integrity, communicate effectively, and drive positive change. Whether you’re aiming for graduate studies or jumping straight into exciting professional opportunities, Simpson empowers you to make an impact in sports — and beyond.
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Why Simpson College for Sports Administration?

What Will I Learn?
You’ll gain a solid foundation in key areas such as sports economics, finance, history, leadership, law, and marketing. Hands-on internships complement your coursework, equipping you with the real-world experience needed to succeed in sports administration roles.
As a Sports Administration minor at Simpson College, you’ll engage with a relevant curriculum and practical experiences designed to prepare you for impactful roles across the sports industry.
Great internship experiences
Simpson students have had some amazing internships, getting them up close and personal with some of the region’s premier sports opportunities, including the Iowa Cubs, Iowa Wild, Iowa Wolves, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, and the Principal Charity Golf Classic. Some of these even led to full-time positions.
The Career Development office is a great asset when looking for that great internship.
This Is What Success Looks Like

All of the people at this college made me a better learner, friend, professional and person.
Gable Johnson '20
Exploreships with nearby college athletic programs and professional sports teams helped Gable Johnson ’20 get accepted to graduate school at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Read this StoryHonors Student Balanced Classwork and Athletics

Responsibility, maturity, time management and leadership go hand in and, and I believe I improved on all these skills during my time at Simpson
Sadie Engelken '17
On the Road to Affect Change
Read this StoryMeet Our Faculty

Cal Busby
- Assistant Professor of Sport Science and Health Education

Matthew Garrett
- Professor of Sports Administration

Shekoofe Saadat
- Assistant Professor of Sport Science & Sport Administration

Katie Smith
- Associate Professor of Sport Science and Health Education
Need assistance? Contact us!
- nicolle.whalen@simpson.edu
- 515-961-1753
- Carse Hall
- Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.