The Sports Industry Academy hosted @ UC Santa Barbara!

Discover Your Future in Sports: Join the Sports Industry Academy Summer Experience

The Sports Industry Academy (SIA) hosted at the University of California, Santa Barbara, offers a transformative summer program designed for high-achieving high school and California community college scholars from diverse backgrounds. Our mission is to develop academic, professional, and life skills while exposing participants to the wide range of career opportunities in the sports industry beyond the field of play.

What to Expect!

🌟 Elite Mentorship & Workshops
Learn directly from top sports executives, agents, and academic leaders through dynamic workshops in sports marketing, athlete representation, sports law, analytics, new media, and more.

🏟️ Real-World Industry Access
Experience immersive retreats at major sports institutions such as the Los Angeles Dodgers, USC Athletics, and Wasserman. Get behind-the-scenes exposure and make powerful industry connections. (2025 visit pending)

πŸŽ“ College & Career Preparation
Gain critical insight into college admissions, including, financial aid, and transfer pathways, while building a solid foundation for academic and career success.

πŸš€ Leadership & Entrepreneurial Development
Sharpen your business acumen and entrepreneurial mindset with hands-on cohort activities that challenge you to think innovatively about the future of sports.

πŸ’Ό Essential Program Materials
Each scholar receives a comprehensive Career Resource Binder that includes tools for academic planning, college applications, and industry exploration.

πŸ‘• Exclusive Academy Apparel
Represent SIA in style with a branded Sports Industry Academy polo and hoodieβ€”designed to build pride and a sense of community among our scholars.

🏫 Residential Experience at UCSB
Enjoy on-campus housing in UCSB residential dormitories and experience collegiate life firsthand. All meals are provided, ensuring a comfortable and engaging stay.

✈️ All-Expenses-Paid Industry Excursion
Join a fully sponsored trip to a premier sports organization. In 2024, scholars toured Wasserman, one of the most influential agencies in global sports, marketing, and media.

Join a Proven Legacy of Success
Since 2015, over 300 scholars have participated, with 80% transferring to top universities and over 40% launching careers in the sports industry.

Program Cost:

  • Early Bird Rate: $2,395 (Available through March 15)

  • Regular Rate: $2,595