Overview

Kent State University’s Master of Science in Exercise Physiology offers advanced education in exercise physiology studies. Graduates are equipped for specialized roles and research opportunities in various industries.

The Exercise Physiology degree from Kent State University prepares graduates for a wide variety of career options, including exercise prescription and research, as well as future doctoral study.

Representative faculty research includes the areas of body composition, metabolism/nutritional requirements, environment, clinical exercise physiology and the physiology of aging as it is influenced by physical activity and fitness.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Describe physiological responses to exercise for a variety of populations and conditions related to human performance.

Apply the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to assess, motivate and prescribe exercise or strength and conditioning as appropriate for an exercise physiologist.

Utilize statistical methods to analyze and interpret data applicable to the exercise physiology field.

Careers

Graduates of Kent State University's Master of Science in Exercise Physiology can pursue advanced careers in the exercise physiology industry, including research, academic, and high-level professional roles.

Biological science teachers, postsecondary

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ethical Leadership For Health Care

Research Process In Athletic Training And Exercise Physiology

Quantitative And Research Methods In Athletic Training And Exercise Physiology

Research Seminar

Energy Metabolism And Body Composition

Cardiovascular-respiratory Dynamics During Exercise

Biology Of Aging

Neuroendocrinology

Exercise Leadership For The Older Adult

Exercise Testing

Electrocardiography For The Exercise Physiologist

Advanced Physiology Of Exercise

Physiology Of Aging: Implications For Human Behavior

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-12 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

31 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science Physiology View 456 other Masters in Sport and Exercise Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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General requirements

Bachelor's degree in exercise science, or equivalent preparation, from an accredited college or university

Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale

Official transcript(s)

Goal statement

Two letters of recommendation

English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20332 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20332 USD / year

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In-State

10706 USD / year

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Living costs

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1036 - 1710 USD / month

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