Program at-a-glance
Academic preparation focuses on the scientific aspects of exercise related to asymptomatic and symptomatic populations. Our students receive vibrant, face-to-face learning with experts in exercise physiology, biomechanics, exercise testing, exercise prescription, and nutrition. Hands-on learning of crucial skills takes place in our advanced human performance and biomechanics laboratories.
Degrees
The Exercise Science Program of study prepares individuals for careers in preventive and rehabilitative exercise and wellness programs in settings such as hospitals, government agencies, and fitness and corporate wellness centers.
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for advanced roles in careers that utilize exercise to improve the fitness and health among a wide variety of populations: individuals with chronic disease, healthy adults, fitness enthusiasts, and athletes.
The PhD in Kinesiology and Rehabilitation is designed for individuals with a master’s degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science and rehabilitation professionals (athletic trainers, occupational therapists, physical therapists or speech/language pathologists), who are interested in becoming leaders, teachers and scholars in their respective fields.
Accredited by CoAES
The baccalaureate degree program in exercise science is accredited by the