Sports and Competition

Love the energy of competition—or the strategy behind it? 

Whether you're leading a team, analyzing performance, producing sports media, or exploring the science of movement, your passion for sports can take you far—on the field, behind the scenes, and beyond. 

At Ithaca College, athletics are woven into the fabric of campus life. From Division III competitions to esports and from coaching to journalism, IC offers numerous ways to turn your enthusiasm into expertise. With programs housed across multiple schools, IC is built for discovery and designed for ongoing experimentation and opportunity.

You can explore (and blend) your interests through:

Physical therapy student assists a student-athlete.

School of Health Sciences and Human Performance 

Physical Therapy –
Restore movement and improve quality of life. 

Athletic Training –
Prevent, evaluate, and treat athletic injuries and illnesses.

Students get a side-line opportunity at the Super Bowl

School of Business

Sport Management –
Lead and innovate in the business of sports. 

Student journalists works "the box" of a football match

Roy H. Park School of Communications 

Sports Media –
Report, produce, and analyze the stories behind the game. 

Live Event Management –
(Minor) Plan and execute unforgettable experiences.

School of Business 

Sport Management –
- Lead and innovate in the business of sports.

School of Health Sciences and Human Performance 

Athletic Training –
- Prevent, evaluate, and treat athletic injuries and illnesses.
Coaching (Minor) –
- Inspire athletes and build winning cultures. 
Exercise Science –
- Explore how the body moves, reacts, and feels during and after exercise.
Occupational Therapy –
- Help individuals regain strength and independence. 
Physical Therapy –
- Restore movement and improve quality of life. 
Sport and Exercise Psychology (Minor) –
- Understand motivation, mindset, and mental performance. 
Public and Community Health –
- Promote wellness through education and outreach.

Roy H. Park School of Communications 

Sports Media –
- Report, produce, and analyze the stories behind the game. 
Live Event Management (Minor) –
- Plan and execute unforgettable experiences.

Beyond the Classroom

At IC, there’s no shortage of ways to get involved, meet like minds, grow your skills, and make your mark outside of your coursework.

Clubs and Organizations

Other Opportunities

28 DIII Athletic Teams  – Compete at a high level while pursuing your academic goals.
Sports Media Opportunities – Get hands-on experience in sports broadcasting, journalism, and promotions with ICTV, WICB, creative media, and The Ithacan.
Robert R. Colbert Sr. Wellness Clinic – Provide support for health and wellness on campus.
On-Campus Athletic Training Clinics – Hone your craft in labs and teaching clinics.