Dive into the action with Quinnipiac’s BA in Sports Communications. Launching in Fall 2025, our program prepares you for careers communicating about all things sports from managing sports teams and media enterprises to navigating the cultural and societal impact of the industry,
Our BA in Sports Communications provides you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the exciting field of sports communications. Throughout the program, you will develop skills in various forms of content creation for various contexts, such as social media, news reporting, multimedia production, advertising and public relations.
With courses focused on putting theory into practice, you’ll be able to identify current trends in sports communications and implement brand management techniques for sports entities, including players, teams, companies and media outlets. You’ll have the freedom to build industry-specific skills and explore emerging technologies throughout the program, allowing you to understand how the broader sports communications industry can positively impact sports-related communities such as fans, athletes, teams, local communities and host cities.
The curriculum places a particular emphasis on experiential learning, with the inclusion of practicum opportunities and a required internship experience. There are numerous opportunities to engage with campus media enterprises such as The Quinnipiac Bobcats Sports Network (QBSN), Q30 Television, The Quinnipiac Chronicle and The Association for Women in Sports Media. We also have an extensive community of alumni in professional sports communication roles to help you build your network for your future career.
According to The Business Research Company, the global sports market reached a value of nearly $484 billion in 2023.
North America made the highest revenue in the sports market globally with a revenue of around 73.7 billion U.S. dollars in 2019. (WorldMetrics Report 2024)
At Quinnipiac, we understand that the world of sports communication is dynamic and demanding, requiring a unique blend of skills and hands-on experience. We're proud to offer a range of experiential learning opportunities tailored to students interested in joining this exciting field.
Quinnipiac University in Los Angeles is a year-round program that allows students to live, work and learn in the heart of America’s entertainment industry. Los Angeles is home to the “Big 5” film studios, 10 professional sports franchises, major broadcast news network bureaus and a media market that reaches millions daily.
We offer an array of minor programs that prepare you for successful careers in and around the world of sports.
Our programs position you for a growing number of specialized and in-demand opportunities in the realm of sports communications, as well as a wide array of potential careers.
With an abundance of career-focused information and resources, the career advisers within the School of Communications support students as they expand their professional networks and attract the attention of prestigious employers.
Numerous internship opportunities give you the chance to grow, develop and network with veteran industry professionals.
Below are just a few examples of where our students have interned:
The School of Communications has more than 90 alumni – including anchor Molly Qerim – who currently work at ESPN in nearby Bristol and another dozen who work at NBC Sports in Stamford. Our participation in the ESPN.com mentorship program also connects students with alumni and other mentors across ESPN.com to show students what it's like to work in behind-the-scenes roles of sports communications. The alumni network extends to other sports media companies and sports teams, with graduates finding successful careers for diverse employers in a wide range of specialities.
Our undergraduate admissions counselors are here to answer any questions you may have and help you navigate the application process.