Overview

Key facts:

The Sports Science curriculum provides a strong foundation in the basic sciences of human biology, chemistry and physics and introductory-level study in the applied areas of exercise physiology, kinesiology/ biomechanics and sport nutrition.
Successful graduates will have completed prerequisites for graduate study in more specific exercise science disciplines.

School of Health and Human Performance at Northern Michigan University

The school offers programs leading to a bachelor’s degree in either liberal arts or education, with specializations in athletic training, health education, outdoor recreation, physical education or sports science. There are eight majors and 11 minors. Master of science degrees are also available for students wishing to pursue advanced study in athletic training or exercise science. The school’s programs are designed to build on a student’s liberal studies foundation, give a broad overview of the health and fitness fields and offer a focused preparation in the student’s choice of profession.

Most programs in the school include an internship, field experience or student teaching experience. These programs also help students prepare to earn certifications such as the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Health and Fitness Instructor Certification, the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) Accreditation, and relevant Michigan teacher certifications.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Human Anatomy and Physiology

General Chemistry

Sports Science

Physiology of Exercise

Anatomical Kinesiology

Biomechanics

Physiology of Training for Sport

Sport Biomechanics

Psychological Aspects of Athletic Performance

Emergency Health Care

Nutrition for Humans

Probability and Statistics

Psychological Statistics

College Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Marquette, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.2

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General requirements

Transcripts - Request your official high school transcript(s) be sent to the Admissions Office. If you have earned a G.E.D. or equivalent, request an official score report be sent to NMU.
Transcripts from non-U.S., non-Canadian institutions must be sent to an external agency for evaluation.
High School Grade Point Averages - NMU will use the overall cumulative GPA reported on the high school transcript.
Non-native speakers of English must prove an adequate level of English language proficiency for admission into an academic program.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20198 USD / year

≈ 20198 USD / year
Out-of-State

20198 USD / year

≈ 20198 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

14702 USD / year

≈ 14702 USD / year

Living costs

Marquette

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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School of Health and Human Performance at Northern Michigan University

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