Tuition & fees
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Financial aid
On average, 92% of enrolled students who file a FAFSA receive an offer. 91% of offers include scholarships, grants, waiver, and/or work-study. Explore aid
Program duration
Typical completion time: 4 years. Flexible options may save time. Explore options
Admissions
SAT & ACT scores optional. Early action & year-round admissions. View application process & deadlines
Program Highlights
Expected career outcomes
Career opportunities
By studying the effects of exercise on health and human performance, you’ll learn how to plan and implement programs for diseased and healthy populations to enhance physical fitness, health, and quality of life.
Hands-on learning
Take part in an internship that is the culmination of your curriculum. It’s a great opportunity to apply the concepts and skills you’ve gained in a real-world setting and prepare for professional life after graduation.
Certification options
Prepare to take national certification examinations, including the American College of Sports Medicine’s Certified Personal Trainer® and Certified Exercise Physiologist® examinations and the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® examination.
Program requirements
Learn to utilize science, research methodologies, and practical application to study the effects of exercise on human health. This includes learning how to recognize and evaluate cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic functions and using this information to help your clients improve their health and fitness.
Scholarship opportunities
Scholarships offer valuable financial aid that doesn’t need to be repaid. You’ll be automatically considered for Merit Scholarships when you apply for admission by the deadline. Additional opportunities are available.
Dedicated faculty
Our faculty mentor student research projects and are frequently published in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Their research focuses on the influence of physical activity on aging, body composition analysis, and musculoskeletal physiology.
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