Overview

At the Kinesiology and Sport Management - Exercise Science program from University of South Dakota, you will gain hands-on experience and practical knowledge as you prepare for a career related to human movement or sport. You'll embark on one of two specialization tracks: exercise science or sport management.

Exercise science is a great choice for students interested in going on to graduate programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician assistant studies, certified athletic training or chiropracty, as well as careers in health and wellness or strength and conditioning.

The sport management specialization prepares you to work in the business of sport at any level from local recreational leagues to professional teams. Whichever direction you choose, you'll have the opportunity to learn from expert faculty who are nationally recognized for their work and have a wealth of professional connections. You will also benefit from a 12-week internship experience, which will equip you with invaluable real-world experience that will set you apart after graduation.

USD Young Professionals of Exercise and Sport

USD is home to more than 170 student organizations, including the USD Young Professionals of Exercise and Sport (YPES).

This organization is open to all kinesiology and sport management majors, as well as others interested in careers related to exercise and sport. You'll get to connect with other kinesiology and sport management students, attend leadership panels with professionals in the field, tour sport performance facilities off campus, network with industry leaders, plan events for the community and more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Nutrition

Research

Exercise Physiology

Kinesiology

Field Experience

Exercise Testing and Prescription

Biomechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vermillion, United States

Disciplines

Management Studies Sport and Exercise Science Kinesiology View 673 other Bachelors in Kinesiology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.6

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General requirements

Official high school (secondary school) transcript with grade point average equivalent to 2.6 on a 4.0 scale.

Demonstrate English language proficiency by meeting one of the following.
Application Fee of $2

Passport

Official Statement of Finances

Official transcripts

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13299 USD / year

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Out-of-State

13299 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

9687 USD / year

≈ 9687 USD / year

Living costs

Vermillion

United States

1024 - 1781 USD / month

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USD Young Professionals of Exercise and Sport

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Vermillion

Funding

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