Alcorn State University to offer first in the nation master's degree in NCAA

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Sandra Phoenix
Fri, Jul 27, 2018 10:22 AM

Alcorn State University News
July 24, 2018

Alcorn State University to offer first in the nation master's degree in NCAA
Compliance

Beginning this fall 2018, the Alcorn State University Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (HPER) will offer a master's degree program in NCAA Compliance and Academic Progress Rate Reporting (APR) - Non-Teaching track. The Department will also offer a post-baccalaureate certificate program in NCAA Compliance and Academic Progress Reporting.
Jason Cable, assistant vice president for Athletic Compliance, believes the new programs will enhance the students' knowledge while motivating them to succeed in their post-graduate careers.
"The Department is committed to preparing its graduates with the skills necessary to become highly qualified and proficient leaders for the global marketplace," said Cable. "Students will have the opportunity to experience fieldwork and internships that will prepare them for further career advancement."
Applicants pursuing the master's degree program on unconditional admission must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. A cumulative GPA of 2.50 for all undergraduate courses or a 2.65 GPA on upper undergraduate courses earned is also a requirement for admission. Applicants must submit the total of the combined scores on the verbal and quantitative components of the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and must earn a minimum score of three or above on the analytical writing component of the GRE, which equals 300 points.
Students seeking the master's program on conditional admission must have a bachelor's or an equivalent degree from an accredited college or university, a minimum cumulative GPA or 2.50 for either all undergraduate courses or upper undergraduate courses earned, the total of the combined scores on the verbal and quantitative components of the GRE, and a minimum score of 1.5-2.5 on the analytical writing component of the GRE, which equals 200 points.
Dr. Johnny Thomas, chairperson of the HPER Department added, "The aim of this new hybrid program is to prepare and develop more knowledgeable practitioners for the ever-increasing focus area of intercollegiate student-athlete success and program compliance. One of our goals is to become a leader in this field."
The 15-hour online certificate program is designed to provide a knowledge base regarding NCAA Compliance for professionals in intercollegiate athletics and those seeking a career change. Applicants must hold an earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 for all undergraduate courses or a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.65 on all upper undergraduate courses earned. GRE test scores are not required for the certificate program. Students must complete all 15 hours credits and earn a 3.0 cumulative GPA in coursework to receive the NCAA Compliance Certificate.
Students seeking admission and more information may contact Mr. Jason Cable at 601-877-6114 or Dr. Johnny Thomas at 601-877-6507.

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Alcorn State University News July 24, 2018 Alcorn State University to offer first in the nation master's degree in NCAA Compliance Beginning this fall 2018, the Alcorn State University Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (HPER) will offer a master's degree program in NCAA Compliance and Academic Progress Rate Reporting (APR) - Non-Teaching track. The Department will also offer a post-baccalaureate certificate program in NCAA Compliance and Academic Progress Reporting. Jason Cable, assistant vice president for Athletic Compliance, believes the new programs will enhance the students' knowledge while motivating them to succeed in their post-graduate careers. "The Department is committed to preparing its graduates with the skills necessary to become highly qualified and proficient leaders for the global marketplace," said Cable. "Students will have the opportunity to experience fieldwork and internships that will prepare them for further career advancement." Applicants pursuing the master's degree program on unconditional admission must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. A cumulative GPA of 2.50 for all undergraduate courses or a 2.65 GPA on upper undergraduate courses earned is also a requirement for admission. Applicants must submit the total of the combined scores on the verbal and quantitative components of the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and must earn a minimum score of three or above on the analytical writing component of the GRE, which equals 300 points. Students seeking the master's program on conditional admission must have a bachelor's or an equivalent degree from an accredited college or university, a minimum cumulative GPA or 2.50 for either all undergraduate courses or upper undergraduate courses earned, the total of the combined scores on the verbal and quantitative components of the GRE, and a minimum score of 1.5-2.5 on the analytical writing component of the GRE, which equals 200 points. Dr. Johnny Thomas, chairperson of the HPER Department added, "The aim of this new hybrid program is to prepare and develop more knowledgeable practitioners for the ever-increasing focus area of intercollegiate student-athlete success and program compliance. One of our goals is to become a leader in this field." The 15-hour online certificate program is designed to provide a knowledge base regarding NCAA Compliance for professionals in intercollegiate athletics and those seeking a career change. Applicants must hold an earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 for all undergraduate courses or a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.65 on all upper undergraduate courses earned. GRE test scores are not required for the certificate program. Students must complete all 15 hours credits and earn a 3.0 cumulative GPA in coursework to receive the NCAA Compliance Certificate. Students seeking admission and more information may contact Mr. Jason Cable at 601-877-6114 or Dr. Johnny Thomas at 601-877-6507. SANDRA M. PHOENIX HBCU Library Alliance Executive Director Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library 111 James P. Brawley Drive SW Atlanta, GA 30314 404-978-2118 (office) 404-702-5854 (cell) http://www.hbculibraries.org/ sphoenix@hbculibraries.org<mailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org<mailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org%3cmailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org>> Honor the ancestors, honor the children. The 8th HBCU Library Alliance Membership Meeting is scheduled at the Atlanta University Center Woodruff Library (GA) on Sunday through Tuesday, October 7-9. Click here<http://www.hbculibraries.org/meeting-2018-info.html> for registration and session details. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hbculibraryalliance1/ and Twitter https://twitter.com/HBCULibAlliance Check out "PULSE!" The HBCU Library Alliance's News Source! - https://hbculibraryalliance.wordpress.com/