Overview

The Exercise Science Major is offered by Pennsylvania Western University. Perhaps there’s a career for you as a physical therapist, occupational therapist, personal or athletic trainer, strength and conditioning coach or exercise physiologist. You can get on track for a rewarding future with an Exercise Science degree from PennWest Edinboro.

Key Facts

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that jobs for physical therapists, exercise physiologists, fitness trainers and instructors will grow faster than most occupations between now and 2026 as businesses, insurance companies and other organizations recognize the benefits of health and wellness and offer incentives for joining gyms and other health clubs. At Edinboro, you'll thrive in small classes where each professor knows you by name. They will serve as your mentors as you develop the knowledge and skills to plan and implement exercise and health and wellness programs for a variety of populations, including healthy adults and youths, athletes and people with physical limitations. You'll not only learn theory, but practical applications as well in our health and fitness computer laboratory and state-of-the-art exercise science laboratory. Worksite field experience plus a full semester internship will give you hands-on experience. By following our curriculum, you'll graduate more than ready to enter the workforce or enhance your career by pursuing a graduate or professional degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health Emergencies

Tech Integration

Worksite Field Experience

Artistic Expression

Sports Nutrition
Kinesiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00

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More details

Edinboro follows a rolling admissions policy for undergraduate students.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinboro, 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.

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General requirements

Official transcripts, sent directly to Edinboro from the high school attended. If applicable, also include official exam results and evidence of graduation.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

11574 USD / year

≈ 11574 USD / year
Out-of-State

11574 USD / year

≈ 11574 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

7716 USD / year

≈ 7716 USD / year

Living costs

Edinboro

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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Key Facts

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

Edinboro

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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