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Dec 05, 2025
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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog
Exercise Science, B.S.
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The Exercise Science major integrates the theories and practicalities of exercise physiology in preparing graduates for a career in this field. This is achieved through an understanding of the science of human movement and physiology, coupled with essential hands-on experiences that culminate in an internship in a health/fitness facility. Graduates of this major are prepared to pursue careers in athletics programs, exercise/fitness centers, hospital wellness programs, corporate fitness programs, rehabilitation centers, and allied health areas. Additionally, the program prepares students for advanced study in related fields such as exercise physiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, etc. Students also have the opportunity to actively participate in faculty research projects, thus expanding their professional knowledge and abilities.
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Core Curriculum (30-33 Credit Hours)
For details on the required courses, refer to the Core Curriculum program. For students in this major, the following courses (9 credit hours) satisfy both core curriculum and major requirements: Major Courses (55-56 Credit Hours)
Free Electives (31-35 Credit Hours)
Total elective credit is determined by Core Curriculum courses taken, degree type selected, and any additional prerequisite courses needed. Please consult your Advisor for details. Degree Total = 120 Credit Hours
Accelerated Master’s Degree Option: M. Ed Exercise Science
The accelerated B.S. in Exercise Science to M.Ed. in Exercise Science allows eligible students to earn both a B.S. and an M.Ed. in Exercise Science in less time. This streamlined pathway will
provide a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Exercise Physiology while developing advanced understanding of the field. To read full policies and procedures, see Accelerated Master’s Degree Programs A maximum of 12 credit hours may be applied toward fulfilling the requirements for both the bachelor’s and master’s degree. The credits to be earned after completing 72 undergraduate
credit hours of the undergraduate program. The 2 PHED courses listed below will count for both the undergraduate and graduate
requirements. An additional 2 graduate courses may count for free electives.
▪ PHED 6416: Advanced Strength & Conditioning will count for PHED 3360
▪ PHED 6395: Capstone Research Project will count for PHED 4410
▪ An additional 6 credit hours of PHED graduate courses may count for 6 credit hours of undergraduate free electives To read full course descriptions, refer to the Graduate Catalog. Accelerated Master’s Degree Option: Healthcare Administration (MHA)
The Healthcare Management program within the College of Business & Aviation established a “4+1” pathway to allow students in their final semesters of their senior year to earn 12 credits of graduate work that are equivalent to a free undergraduate elective or another Business/HCMG core course otherwise. These credits will count both as fulfillment of the undergraduate degree as well as providing 12 credits completed toward the Master’s degree. A 4+1 program in healthcare is a program that allows students to earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree
in five years. For full policies for the Accelerated Master’s Degree Programs, Accelerated Master’s Degree Programs The 4 M.S. in Healthcare Administration classes listed below may count for up to 12 credit hours of undergraduate free electives:
MHCM 5100: Leadership and Strategy (3 CH)
MHCM 5200: Healthcare Finance (3 CH)
MCHM 5300: Corporate Compliance and Ethics (3 CH)
MCHM 5810: HR Management (3 CH) Read the full course descriptions in the Graduate Catalog. |
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