# Sports Coaching - BS - Major - Minor ![Students in a pool listen to an instructor.](/sites/default/files/styles/660x400/public/2026-04/030123_sports-coaching-bs-hero.jpg.6.2x.generic.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=sH-QvgeP) If you dream of inspiring athletes to perform at their best, Montclair State University’s Coaching Minor gives you the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experiences you need to become a successful coach. Open to all undergraduates, this 19-credit program blends theory with practice, preparing you to coach children, adolescents, or adults in diverse athletic settings. ## Program Highlights - Open to all undergraduate majors interested in athletic coaching - Gain a strong foundation in coaching philosophy, methods, and techniques - Explore athlete fitness, psychology, and performance development - Apply your learning in a cooperative field experience with a skilled coach - Choose electives such as Nutrition, Advanced Coaching Techniques, Emergency Care, Social Problems in Sport, or Adapted Physical Education [See the curriculum](http://catalog.montclair.edu/programs/sports-coaching-minor/). - [Apply Now](https://apply.montclair.edu/portal/admissions) - [Request Info](https://apply.montclair.edu/register/inquire) Program Format On Campus Estimated Program Cost In-state tuition is just **$8,294** per semester. [Undergraduate Cost of Attendance](/admissions-aid/tuition-and-fees/undergraduate-student-costs "Undergraduate Student Costs") School or College College for Community Health Area of Study Health, Clinical & Allied Health ## Why Choose the Coaching Minor? As a student, you’ll build confidence in your ability to lead, teach and motivate athletes of all ages. With expert faculty, real-world coaching experience and flexible electives, this program equips you with transferable skills that open doors in athletics, fitness, education and community programs. Whether you plan to coach competitively, recreationally or professionally, Montclair’s Coaching Minor gives you the competitive edge. ## Questions? We're Here to Help. If you have any general questions regarding the application process and requirements, please contact Undergraduate Admissions. [Undergraduate Admissions Office](/offices-departments-centers/undergraduate-admissions-office) Whether you’re looking to begin an application, have questions about transferring to Montclair or trying to check your application status, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions is pleased to help you in any way we can. - - Telephone [973-655-4444](tel:973-655-4444) - Address Susan A. Cole Hall, Suite 100 [Department of Kinesiology](https://inside.montclair.edu/colleges-schools-research/cchl/kinesiology-department) Montclair's Department of Kinesiology works to advance people's health and well-being by providing rigorous academic programs in exercise science, sports administration, physical education and athletic training. - - Telephone [973-655-5253](tel:973-655-5253) - Address University Hall, Room 4136 ## Request Information See where a Montclair education can take you, with personalized details about programs, admissions, financial aid and campus life. [Request Information](/request-info) ### Visit and Connect Tour campus, attend an information session and experience the people, places and possibilities that make Montclair distinctive. - [Explore Visit Opportunities](/admissions-aid/visit-and-tour) ### Apply to Montclair Ready to become a Red Hawk? Find your application, review requirements and take the next step toward your future. - [Apply Now](/apply-montclair-state-university)