If you’re a RSPA professional looking to further his or her education at a college or university, there are degrees offered throughout the U.S. that can help you learn the ins and outs of club management. The University of Florida and San Diego State University offer a USTA-accredited master's degree that will bolster students' resume and allow them to learn on the court as well as in the classroom.

For those looking for an undergraduate degree with a tennis management focus, there are a plethora of options. Seven colleges and universities offer undergraduate degrees in professional tennis management.

So, if you want to further your education and further your career as a tennis-teaching professional, the RSPA has your back.

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Ferris State University

Big Rapids, MI


Launched in 1986, “Ferris State was the first four-year Professional Tennis Management (PTM) program to receive accreditation from the Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA).  Its high standards, innovative curriculum, and practical internships serve as a model for all other PTM programs in the country,” according to Fred Viancos, former RSPA Director of Education and former USPTA Chief Operating Officer.

PTM students receive a Bachelor’s degree in Business – Professional Tennis Management coupled with their choice of any minor and RSPA Tennis Teaching and United States Tennis Association (USTA) certifications. 

Contact Ferris State University

 231.591.2420

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Ferris State University

Big Rapids, MI

Hope College

Holland, MI


The Professional Tennis Management (PTM) program is a collaboration between our exercise science major and the United States Tennis Association (USTA).

We place a strong emphasis on player wellness and coaching as well as applied experience in program and facility management. This rare and unique combination will have graduates poised for successful careers in the tennis industry and provide access to a career path with nearly 100 percent placement for new graduates.

Upon completion of our rigorous exercise science major and PTM program, students will automatically receive certification through both the Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA) and the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR). Students will have the opportunity to study in award-winning tennis facilities and learn from nationally recognized tennis teaching professionals.

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 616-395-6060

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Hope College

Holland, MI

Methodist University

Fayetteville, NC


The Professional Tennis Management (PTM) Program is an academic concentration through the nationally accredited (ACBSP) Reeves School of Business. PTM is also offered as a minor for students interested in any of the majors that Methodist offers. Finally, our PTM Program is available to college graduates as an 18 credit hour certificate program. The PTM Program allows for students interested in pursuing a career in the tennis industry to earn a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in a business-related field with a concentration in Professional Tennis Management or a B.S. or B.A. in one of the 80+ different majors offered at Methodist University with a minor in PTM.

Students are required to complete the USTA sport science level one competency exam, and must obtain a RSPA certification prior to graduation. PTR certifications and Master Racquet Technician (MRT) certifications are also components of the program. Interactive semester seminars are provided for students by national level speakers. Students are also provided with 100% internship and job placement through the PTM industry network.

Contact Methodist University

 (910) 630-7000

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Methodist University

Fayetteville, NC