Exercise Science, M.S.
Admission Requirements
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A four-year baccalaureate degree or its equivalent in exercise science, kinesiology, biology, chemistry, pre-med, nutrition, health sciences, physiology, psychology, public health, physical therapy, medical doctor, from an accredited institution
- Academic prerequisites: Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Grade point average of 3.00/4.00 or higher
- GRE is not required but recommended
- For international applicants, a satisfactory score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 80 internet-based, 230 computer-based, or 570 paper-based or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Course Type 2 exam - minimum overall band score of 6.5. This requirement may be waived for applicants that have earned a prior degree from a US institution.
Application Requirements
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Resume or CV
- Statement of Purpose and Objectives describing your academic and research interests, relevant work experiences, academic/professional goals and objectives and potential mentors
- At least three letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional sources (at least one of these letters must be from an academic source)
- Official transcripts from all schools or colleges previously attended
- Non-US institution transcripts must be verified by World Education Services (WES) or equivalent evaluation service. Please submit a comprehensive course-by-course evaluation (WES ICAP)
- GRE scores - not required but recommended
- TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for those whose native language is not English
Degree Requirements (33 Hours)
Required Courses (18-21 Hours)
For all Exercise Science M.S. Students
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOS 700 | Introduction to Biostatistics | 3 |
| EXSC 799 | Thesis Preparation | 3 or 6 |
| or EXSC 798 | Project in Exercise Science | |
| PUBH 700 | Perspectives in Public Health | 3 |
| EXSC 780 | Physiology of Exercise | 3 |
| or EXSC 781 | Physiology, Exercise, and Disease | |
| EXSC 787 | Research Methods and Design for Exercise Science | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Physical Activity and Health: Epidemiology, Research and Practice | ||
| Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity | ||
| Mechanisms of Motor Skill Performance | ||
| Endocrinology of Exercise and Health | ||