Our exercise science program is designed for students who are interested in health and fitness and wish to pursue a career in these fields. Exercise science is the study of the way physical activity changes your body.

Hands-On Experience

Students in our exercise science program benefit from hands-on experiences both in and outside of class, including a yearlong internship.

Prepare for Graduate Study

An exercise science degree provides an excellent foundation for graduate study in a variety of related fields:

• Exercise physiology
• Physical and occupational therapy
• Medicine
• Dentistry
• Pharmacy

More About This Degree

• Learn more about this program or visit the Athletic Training and Exercise Science website.
• College of Health and Human Services
• Courses: Available courses in this department

Students in our exercise science program have access to the equipment and facilities necessary to study athletes in even the most extreme environments:

• Human physiology lab
• Fitness center
• Dance and aerobic studios
• Biochemistry lab

Our exercise science program will prepare you to take certification exams offered by the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

A degree in exercise science can lead to a variety of careers:

• Exercise Physiologist
• Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Clinical or Corporate Wellness
• Physical or Occupational Therapy
• Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physician Assistant Program

Undergraduate Admissions Requirements

• Official SAT and/or ACT scores
• Completed application
• Essay
• Official transcripts
• Letter of recommendation

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