Kinesiology—Master of Science
Degree: Master of Science
Website: Master of Science in Kinesiology
College/School: Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions
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Master of Science in Kinesiology
The Master of Science in Kinesiology is a 36-credit hour program designed for those students who are interested in teaching physical education at the K-12 or college level, or working in a business-related area.
The Kinesiology graduate program is designed to provide individuals in physical education, health and fitness related fields with a greater specific insight into current topics, curricular development skills and testing related to Kinesiology. Students will be able to take the skills and knowledge and apply them to developing physical education and fitness programs. These programs will improve the health and lifelong physical activity behaviors of elementary, secondary, and university students and clients. Graduates of the program can use these skills to find employment in physical education, coaching, fitness training, clinical exercise testing, research and sport.
This degree does not carry initial teacher certification. For teacher certification, see the Dreeben School of Education.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants for the Master of Science in Kinesiology must meet the general requirements for admission to graduate study. In addition, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Tier 1- Full Admission
GPA 3.0 and higher
Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2 (biol-2321'>BIOL 2321 and biol-2322'>BIOL 2322) with C or higher
GRE not required
Tier 2- Alternate Admission
GPA 2.5-2.99
Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2 (biol-2321'>BIOL 2321 and biol-2322'>BIOL 2322) with C or higher
Writing Sample
GRE not required
Tier 3- Probationary Admission*
GPA 2.0-2.49
Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2 (biol-2321'>BIOL 2321 and biol-2322'>BIOL 2322) with C or higher
Writing Sample
GRE scores: Verbal 152+, Quantitative: 153+, Writing: 4+
*Applicants on probationary admission must earn a B or better in the first two courses taken to be released from probation.
Master of Science in Kinesiology Degree Plan
Kinesiology Core Courses
Kinesiology Supporting Courses
Kinesiology Electives
Students may take 6 graduate credits in any discipline.
Total Credit Hours: 36