The Exercise Science concentration is designed to prepare students to assume positions as fitness or health promotion directors and exercise consultants in private or public agencies, health centers, cardiac rehabilitation programs, as well as corporate fitness programs.
Career Opportunities
Job opportunities for exercise science majors include the following:
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Worksite fitness/wellness
- Personal training
- Management of fitness clubs
- Community fitness (e.g., YMCA)
- Hospital-based fitness and wellness
- Strength and conditioning specialist
- Sports industry and equipment
The Graduate Program in Exercise Science has two MS degree options:
- Thesis (30 semester hours of coursework and 6 semester hours of thesis) and
- Non-thesis (36 semester hours of coursework and a comprehensive exam)
The Exercise Science without Internship concentration is a general program designed for the allied health professional who does not intend to change careers as a result of this degree.
The Exercise Science with Internship concentration is aimed at students desiring practical experience necessary to change careers. All programs are aimed at preparing students for certification by the American College of Sports Medicine.
Application Requirements:
Please visit the Office of Graduate Studies website to learn more information about Domestic and International graduate admission process.
In addition to the Office of Graduate Studies application requirements, the School of H&K requires the following:
- Two letters of recommendation
- Statement of goals and rationale for entering the graduate program (maximum of 300 words)