Exercise Science Degree | Major in Exercise Science

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120 Credit Hours

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The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills related to human movement, health, and performance. This program emphasizes the importance of physical activity, nutrition, and lifestyle choices in promoting overall health and well-being.

Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in various health and fitness professions, including physical therapists, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, and more. The curriculum offers practical skills for enhancing physical performance, aiding recovery, and improving patient care.

This well-rounded program not only prepares students for immediate employment but also lays the groundwork for advanced studies in health and fitness-related fields.

In addition to the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science students can choose from among three concentrations to help focus their career options. Those concentrations are Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Physical Therapy, and Sport Enterprise.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

Knowledge Application: Utilize and apply fundamental exercise physiology and biomechanical knowledge to explore health, wellness, fitness, and sports performance.
Health Assessment: Test and analyze components of physical health and fitness across the lifespan.
Exercise and Wellness Planning: Prescribe exercise regimens using appropriate methods and techniques to maintain health, encourage wellness, and improve sports performance.
Ethical Standards and Inquiry: Examine ethical practices and conduct scientific inquiry in exercise science.
Communication Skills: Effectively communicate exercise testing results, lab findings, and relevant literature from the field both verbally and in writing.

Career Opportunities

Individuals with a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science can pursue a variety of career paths or even start their own businesses in diverse fields, including:

Corporate Health Promoter: Promote wellness initiatives within organizations to improve employee health.

Exercise Physiologist: Work in rehabilitation settings, focusing on improving patients' health through exercise.

Hospitals – Cardiac Rehabilitation: Assist patients recovering from heart-related issues through structured exercise programs.

Personal Fitness Trainers: Work independently or within organizations to help clients achieve their fitness goals.

Program Highlights

Join the growing field of exercise science by earning your degree at Midway University.

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science

The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science curriculum covers a variety of courses. Topics include public health, medical vocabulary, sport psychology, motor development and training principles, kinesiology and biomechanics, and much more.

View Exercise Science Course Catalog

Pre-Occupational Therapy Concentration

For this concentration, students will add coursework in anatomy and physiology, psychology, and sociology.

Review Pre-Occupational Therapy Catalog

Pre-Physical Therapy Concentration

Students interested in pursuing an advanced degree in Physical Therapy can select this concentration which gives them additional focus on courses in anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry, and physics to help prepare them for graduate work.

View Pre-Physical Therapy Concentration Catalog

Sport Enterprise Concentration

Concentration courses for sport enterprise include coaching methods, entrepreneurship, sport analytics and performance statistics, facility design, and sport product development.

View Sport Enterprise Concentration Catalog

What Can I Do With An Exercise Science Degree?

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The demand for health and fitness professionals continues to grow, with a notable increase in health consciousness among the American population.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job growth rate for fitness trainers is projected to rise by 14% from 2023 to 2033, while exercise physiologists are expected to see a 10% growth in the same timeframe.

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We offer a simple online application process. Create your account, submit all materials and track your application status conveniently online. Admissions Counselors are available to assist you with the application process and answer any questions you may have about Midway University and our programs. Give them a call at 1.800.952.4122 or email admissions@midway.edu.

Students are eligible as “full-time and “part-time” students for Federal loans and may be eligible for Federal and/or State grants. (A full-time student is a student taking 12 credit hours or more per term; a part-time student is a student taking 6-12 credit hours.)

Visit Financial Aid page for more details.

An admission decision can only be made with official documents. Transcripts are considered official when they are either mailed directly to Midway University from the issuing institution in a sealed envelope or sent electronically by a secured third party such at National Student Clearinghouse or Parchment.

Midway University works hard to provide quality degree programs at an affordable price for our students. Students can view our Tuition and Fees Schedule online.

Make sure you get the whole picture before making your decision. First, complete your FAFSA so you can see what financial aid you are eligible to receive and complete your application. Once you are admitted to Midway University, you can meet with our Financial Aid Office to discuss all the eligible aid (federal, state and institutional) that you have access to and apply for scholarships. This is the only way to figure out the true cost and if you will have any out-of-pocket expenses to cover.

Midway University accepts transfer credits from regionally accredited institutions that are 100-level or higher with a grade of “C” or better. At the time of admission, our Admissions Counselors will provide an unofficial evaluation of your transfer credit. An official evaluation will be completed by the Registrar’s Office after acceptance.

Depending on your student type, there are different steps needed to get you ready to begin classes. Visit our Next Steps page to find your path, or contact admissions at admissions@midway.edu.

Traditional students may declare a major that is only offered online following the guidelines of the online major policy in the academic catalog.

Career Services

The Career Services Office inside the Student Success Center coordinates career services for students and alumni. The staff is here to help you develop your first resume, prepare for an interview, do job research, and even get advice on what to wear. Each year there will be on-campus seminars, guest speakers, and networking opportunities for all students. Annually there is a career fair and a graduate fair held on-campus, as well as virtual opportunities.