Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science

Estados Unidos

¿Qué aprenderé?

Slippery Rock University's Exercise Science major provides students with practical, hands-on learning experiences that prepares them to become industry leaders right out college. Under the careful supervision of our student-centered faculty, you'll become an expert at using the most advanced technology in the Exercise Science field.

The Bachelor's in Exercise Science program at SRU is accredited and has a national reputation for being one of the best in the country. Our classes provide a strong science base-covering subjects like anatomy, exercise physiology, and biomechanics-and enable you to apply this knowledge in practical experiences working with "real" people.

WHY MAJOR IN EXERCISE SCIENCE?

If studying the human body and using exercise as medicine excites you, this major may be perfect for you. This program will prepare you for careers in the medical and health science fields and corporate wellness/health coaching. Most of our students also continue on to graduate school in one of many healthcare-related fields, such as:

Physical Therapy
Physician Assistant
Medicine
Occupational Therapy
Exercise Physiology
Chiropractic
Athletic Training

The Exercise Science department also offers scholarships to majors and is also committed to preparing students for national certification exams.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

SRU's Exercise Science major will give you the knowledge and skills needed to work as a health and fitness professional. You will learn how to:

Evaluate health behaviors and risk factors
Conduct fitness assessments
Develop and implement safe and effective exercise prescriptions
Learn and use motivational strategies to guide people in behavioral change

SRU also has numerous student organizations you can get involved in. Exercise Science majors can join the Strength and Conditioning Association, Run Club, Pre-Physical Therapy Club, and more!

INTERNSHIPS AND CAREERS IN EXERCISE SCIENCE

Your bachelor's degree in Exercise Science will enable you to work in a variety of health and fitness roles and facilities, including:

  • Insurance company wellness coach
  • Hospital in cardiac rehabilitation
  • University recreation facilities
  • Corporate wellness
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sports performance
  • Fitness centers

¿En cuál departamento estoy?

College of Health, Environment and Science

Opciones de estudio

a tiempo completo (MINIMUM OF 120 CREDITS)

Costos de estudio
US$15.895,00 por año
Fecha de inicio

Esperado Agosto, Diciembre 2024

Lugar

College of Health, Environment and Science

1 Morrow Way,

SLIPPERY ROCK,

Pennsylvania,

16057, United States

Requerimiento de entrada

Para estudiantes internacionales

International applicants who have not enrolled in any post secondary institution since graduating high school should apply as freshmen. Advanced standing may be considered for those students who have completed IB programs, GCE A-levels (advanced or advanced subsidiary) examinations.

English language requirements: Applicants must score a minimum of 61 on the internet based test (iBT), a minimum of 500 on the written test or a minimum of a 173 on the computer based test. Applicants must receive an overall IELTS score at band 6.0 or above.

Puede haber diferentes requisitos de IELTS en función del curso elegido.

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