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Scholarships Are Currently Available!

Sports Medicine is a health focused field on preventing, diagnosing, and treating sports-related injuries. It merges medicine, exercise science, and physical therapy to help athletes and active individuals stay at their best. Key aspects include a strong knowledge of the human body and a passion for health and fitness. Professionals in this field make a positive impact by promoting healthy lifestyles through personalized exercise and nutrition plans, conducting injury prevention workshops, and offering rehabilitative care. They support the community’s overall well-being by collaborating with schools, sports teams, and community centers to create programs that encourage physical activity and educate individuals on maintaining optimal health. For those passionate about science and sports, sports medicine offers a fulfilling career path where they can inspire and improve lives.

Salary Range

Education & Timeframe

  • Start Your Journey: Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field Duration: ~4 years
  • Advance Your Expertise: Master’s Degree in Sports Medicine, Athletic Training, or a related field Duration: ~2 years
  • Gain Experience: Internships or work experience in sports medicine clinics, athletic teams, or rehabilitation centers. Stay current with sports medicine techniques, exercise physiology, and injury prevention strategies.

Scholarship Opportunities

  • The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Nevada Health Workforce Pipeline Grant (NHWPG) will focus on providing funding opportunities that are intended to disseminate financial relief and incentivize individuals to pursue careers in a variety of health-related fields. The expected outcome for these funds is to support and expand the opportunity to increase the number of qualified and competent professionals in the health workforce to improve the overall health of our communities. For more information, please contact Ryan Mills at rmills@health.nv.gov
  • The Nevada Health Service Corps (NHSC) offers a state loan repayment program that provides funding to help pay off educational loans for those who commit to working in underserved areas of Nevada. This is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. By joining the NHSC, You can make a real difference in communities that need healthcare professionals the most. Nevada Health Service Corps | School of Medicine
  • The Nevada Health Equity & Loan Assistance (HEAL) Program was launched by the Nevada Treasury in 2025 to reward healthcare providers who choose to practice in Nevada. The Nevada HEAL Program provides student loan repayment up to $120,000 to providers who commit to at least 5 years of clinical practice in an eligible Nevada community. See Nevada HEAL Program for details.

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