Overview

Similar to a kinesiology degree or sports medicine degree, the Exercise Science major from Rockhurst University is an excellent choice for students interested in careers in personal training, kinesiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical rehabilitation, exercise physiology, nursing, medicine, and corporate fitness and wellness. Students should discuss their future plans with an adviser as early as possible to ensure all graduate school prerequisites are satisfied.

A minor in exercise science is also available.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate professionally aligned content knowledge in the field of exercise science.
Apply expert knowledge in the field of exercise science to relevant case studies.
Analyze research in the field and sub-fields of exercise science.
Demonstrate professional dispositions aligned with Rockhurst's Jesuit values in their capstone course field experiences.

Outcomes

Graduate school in fields such as

Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Biomechanics
Public Health
Med School
Chiropractic School

Graduate also find exercise science jobs like:

Personal Trainer
Rehab, OT or PT Technician
Wellness Coach
Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Cardiac Rehab Exercise Specialist
Exercise Physiologist
Behavioral Health Consultant
Health and Wellness Coordinator

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Kinesiology
Physiology of Exercise
Psychology of Sport and Exercise
Motor Behavior
Exercise, Health, and Chronic Disease Prevention
Principles of Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: Rolling admission with priority given to applications received by December 1 (fall).

Language

English

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kansas City, United States

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science View 1078 other Bachelors in Sport and Exercise Science in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete an online application for admission
Counselor's written recommendation
ACT or SAT test score
English proficiency: TOEFL - Internet based minimum score of 80
Provide an Official Statement of Finances directly from a bank or financial institution
Official high school academic credentials, translated into English if necessary
International students/scholars will be able to waive the mandatory student health insurance as long as their policy meets the criteria, or they may enroll in Rockhurst's policy

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

44650 USD / year

≈ 44650 USD / year
Out-of-State

44650 USD / year

≈ 44650 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

44650 USD / year

≈ 44650 USD / year

Living costs

Kansas City

United States

980 - 1596 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Learning Outcomes

Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Kansas City

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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