The United States Sports University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. The United States Sports University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of the United States Sports University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on www.sacscoc.org.

USSU’s sports management bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), an accrediting body that focuses on business education. The organization accredits educational programs around the world that focus on teaching excellence in business.

Working under the auspices of the United States Center for Coaching Excellence (USCCE), National Committee for the Accreditation of Coaching Education (NCACE) accreditation signifies that the University’s coaching bachelor’s degree program is aligned with the National Standards for Sport Coaches (NASPE, 2006) and the NCACE Guidelines for program supervision, personnel and operations.

The NSCA Education Recognition Program (ERP) recognizes and distinguishes programs with approved and standardized strength and conditioning or personal training curricula. Recognized programs are designed to prepare students for the NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer® (NSCA-CPT®) or NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS®) certifications.