MS Exercise and Human Performance

The Exercise and Nutrition Science program is officially becoming the Exercise and Human Performance program beginning in the Fall of 2023! Stay tuned for exciting updates as this program is refined to meet today's job market.

There’s never been a better time for exercise and health professionals in today’s world. Approaching human performance holistically by studying in a program that combines your areas of interest from the interrelated fields of exercise science, performance nutrition, business and psychology helps you set yourself apart in today's job market.

Gain expertise on how the body moves, functions and is fueled. Explore how to improve quality of life and performance for a variety of populations. Learn from our passionate and experienced faculty, surrounded by our state-of-the-art equipment and facilities.

• Pre-requisites, 12 or more total credit hours in: 
  Anatomy & Physiology
  Biology
  Chemistry
  Biochemistry
  
  OR

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees in Kinesiology/Exercise Science, Nutrition/Dietetics, or other science-related majors are exempted from the pre-requisites specifications. 

• Official transcripts.

• 2.75 cumulative grade point average on all undergraduate work (higher science GPA is desirable).

• Three recommendations, including at least one academic reference and one professional reference.

• An essay (no more than 750 words) including reflections on 1) personal philosophy of exercise/human performance, 2) career aspirations, and 3) purpose, passion, faith, etc.

• In-person (or virtual as needed) interview for finalists.

  Credit Hours:

  36

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.