Southwest Minnesota State University is a four-year public university offering a high quality education in the liberal arts and professions to prepare you for a life that is successful both personally and professionally. SMSU has grown into a university of choice with high national rankings, producing scholars who become the leaders, thinkers, and entrepreneurs of the future. Students and faculty alike come here to engage in the rich "Southwest Experience," which starts with strong academics, fulfilling social opportunities and support from fellow Mustangs. We invite you to visit SMSU and to experience for yourself all that it has to offer.

?In this program every course is guided by the National Association of Sport and Physical Education (NAPSE) coaching standards. Courses in the program are infused with project-based learning, and there are two practicum experiences included to document the application of the knowledge and skills learned. Throughout the program, students will develop a portfolio documenting the NASPE standards accomplished.