Sports Psychology Programs in Texas

Lubbock Christian University offers a Sport and Exercise Psychology degree program that explores psychological concepts applied to sports, exercise, and performance. The program focuses on motivation, stress management, personality theory, performance enhancement, goal-setting, team cohesion, and group dynamics. Students learn to develop goal-setting programs, recognize factors affecting stress and anxiety, and understand ethical behaviors in sports. The program is designed for those interested in applying psychology to athletic and exercise contexts.

• Sport and Exercise Psychology degree
• Explores psychology in sports
• Focus on motivation and performance
• Covers stress management techniques
• Includes goal-setting programs
• Team cohesion and dynamics
• Ethical behaviors in sports
• Degree plan available in catalog

Lubbock Christian University offers a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with an emphasis in Sport Psychology. This program prepares students to apply psychological principles to sports, competition, and physical performance. It includes courses in physiology, motor learning, and exercise. Students complete a 120-hour practicum for hands-on experience. The degree prepares graduates for entry-level positions or graduate studies in sport psychology. Admissions require a high school diploma or equivalent. Tuition and fees vary based on residency status. The program follows a traditional semester structure with in-person classes.

• Bachelor of Arts degree
• Emphasis in Sport Psychology
• Prepares for graduate school
• Includes physiology courses
• Motor learning coursework
• Exercise psychology included
• 120-hour practicum required
• Community experience gained
• Small class sizes
• Faculty invested in students

Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers a B.S. in Kinesiology with a Performance Psychology concentration. This undergraduate program prepares students for careers in coaching, marketing, human services, or therapy systems. It also provides a foundation for graduate studies in sport psychology, health psychology, or rehabilitation. The degree requires a minor in psychology. The program is campus-based and includes specific course requirements. Students work with a dedicated program coordinator for guidance.

• B.S. in Kinesiology degree
• Performance Psychology concentration
• Undergraduate program level
• Requires psychology minor
• Campus-based delivery format
• Prepares for coaching careers
• Prepares for marketing careers
• Prepares for human services careers
• Prepares for therapy systems careers
• Foundation for graduate studies

Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers a Performance Psychology concentration within its M.S. in Kinesiology program. This graduate program provides specialized training in sport, exercise, and performance psychology. Students can choose from three degree options: a 36-credit hour course-only plan, a 36-credit hour plan with a research project or internship, or a 30-credit hour thesis option. The curriculum prepares graduates for the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) examination through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology. The program features some required face-to-face courses in a traditional format. Admission requirements and program details are available through the program coordinator.

• Performance Psychology concentration
• M.S. in Kinesiology degree
• 36-credit hour options
• 30-credit hour thesis option
• Research project or internship available
• Face-to-face courses required
• Traditional format delivery
• Prepares for CMPC examination
• Association for Applied Sport Psychology aligned
• Sport psychology focus

Texas Christian University offers a comprehensive Master of Science in Kinesiology with a specialized Sport Psychology emphasis. This cutting-edge program follows a scientist-practitioner model, exploring the intricate relationship between athletic performance and psychological well-being. Students gain advanced research skills, interdisciplinary training, and practical knowledge applicable across performance-related fields. The curriculum prepares graduates for diverse career opportunities or further doctoral studies, emphasizing both theoretical foundations and applied interventions in sport psychology.

• Master of Science in Kinesiology
• Sport Psychology Emphasis Available
• Scientist-Practitioner Training Model
• Interdisciplinary Research Methods
• Career/Doctoral Study Preparation
• Performance Psychology Focus
• Research-Intensive Program

Texas Tech University offers a Master of Science in Kinesiology with a concentration in Motor Behavior and Exercise and Sport Psychology. This two-year program requires 36 credit hours and includes courses in applied sport psychology, behavioral aspects of exercise, motor control, and motor learning. Students work with academic advisers and can access teaching and research opportunities. The program prepares graduates for careers in sport psychology and motor behavior fields.

• Master of Science degree
• 36 credit hours required
• Two-year completion time
• Motor Behavior and Exercise and Sport Psychology concentration
• Academic adviser partnership
• Teaching opportunities available
• Research opportunities available
• Scholarships available
• Travel stipends for conferences
• 18 hours required coursework

The University of North Texas offers a PhD in Educational Psychology with a specialization in Psychosocial Aspects of Sports and Exercise. This program focuses on research design, applied sport psychology, and practical experience in sport and exercise settings. It requires 63 semester hours for students with a related master's degree, including coursework in advanced sport psychology and supervised research. The program prepares graduates for careers in academia, research, and non-profit agencies. Admissions requirements include a master's degree in a related field, and costs vary based on residency and other factors. The program is campus-based, providing hands-on practicum opportunities through the Center for Sport Psychology.

• PhD degree level
• Specialization in Psychosocial Aspects of Sports and Exercise
• 63 semester hours required
• Campus-based program
• Related master's degree needed
• Courses in advanced sport psychology
• Supervised research and practice
• Dissertation required
• Practicum opportunities available
• Focus on research and academia