Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology Concentration, M.S.

This 33- to 36-credit hour program leads to a Master of Science degree with a concentration in exercise physiology. Students in this program receive specialized preparation in exercise physiology including required course work in advanced exercise physiology topics, physiological testing, exercise prescription and exercise-based research. Students may select either the thesis or non-thesis track and will have elective options in the areas of clinical exercise physiology, applied exercise physiology, nutrition, biology and graduate psychology. This program is designed to prepare students to enter a variety of workplaces related to clinical, sport, research, fitness or health and wellness industries, or to pursue a doctoral degree in a related field.

Students must complete core requirements and choose either the thesis track or non-thesis track. The thesis track requires 33 credits for graduation. The non-thesis track requires 36 credits for graduation. The 21-credit core curriculum is required for all students.

Admission Requirements

• Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
• Resume
• Personal statement
• Two letters of recommendation
• GRE scores required for international applicants who have not completed their degree at a US-based institution (If you have country-specific restrictions, please contact Dr. Kurti-Luden for guidance)
  • GRE is encouraged but not required for applicants with an undergraduate GPA below 3.0 or those whose major is unrelated to Exercise Science
• Students with an unrelated major are encouraged to have earned a grade of B or higher in a Human Physiology or Exercise Physiology course