Kinesiology

The undergraduate major in Kinesiology is a general pre-health professional curriculum that prepares students for health-related graduate programs (e.g., physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical school, etc.), exercise science graduate programs (e.g., exercise physiology, health promotion, biomechanics), as well as entry-level occupations within the health and wellness industry. Kinesiology majors choose to focus their course work within one of the following options: exercise science or health and fitness.

Graduates will receive a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and often pursue a health-related graduate degree and/or professional certifications in fitness and conditioning through professional organizations such as the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Our graduates find careers in corporate and commercial wellness programs, exercise rehabilitation programs, sport and rehabilitative medicine equipment, coaching, research, and more.

Kinesiology Curriculum

Exercise Science Option

The Exercise Science option focuses on a cross-disciplinary understanding of human movement so students are prepared to pursue a graduate degree.

Health and Fitness Option

The Health and Fitness option prepares students to manage fitness and wellness programs without the need for a graduate degree.

Students studying Kinesiology may be interested in the Exercise Science Club, a group whose goal is help students explore health careers by bringing in industry experts, faculty, and graduate students to present their career journey. This club also hosts an annual Trick or Trot 5K race.