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BS in Exercise Science

This program offers a unique approach to a career in healthcare. It’s an excellent choice for students interested in pursuing a career in fitness/wellness, strength and conditioning, and rehabilitation sciences. Coursework includes biology, exercise physiology, motor development, movement analysis, fitness and strength, and conditioning.

The mission of the Exercise Science Program is to prepare graduates entering healthrelated disciplines with the knowledge and skills needed to continue open-minded
pursuits including the development of human movement and the promotion of a healthy
lifestyle in practice and throughout the community.
Program Description
The Exercise Science Program at the University of Charleston offers students
interested in pursuing a career in fitness/wellness, strength & conditioning and
rehabilitation sciences an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare. Academic coursework
in biology, exercise physiology, motor development, movement analysis, fitness,
kinesiology, psychology, and strength & conditioning provide students a strong
educational foundation followed by real-world hands-on experience.
Program Strengths
• Focuses on the understanding and promotion of human movement and a healthy
lifestyle.
• Strong health science emphasis provides students with a robust Exercise science
foundation.
• Students will have the opportunity to work in collaboration with Strength &
Conditioning Coaches and Human Movement Specialists from the University of
Charleston and the surrounding area during practicum experiences and
immersed internships.
• Exciting and practical immersed internship experiences.
• Eligible for certifications through the American College of Sports Medicine
(ACSM), the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).
• Enrolled students have opportunities to work with clientele of all ages, athletic
ability, and motivation.
Exercise Science Profession
Exercise Science graduates will be prepared for a wide range of career
opportunities. Sample jobs titles include:
• Strength & Conditioning Coach/Specialist
• Fitness Personal Trainer
• Corrective Exercise Specialist
• Health & Fitness Educator
• Wellness Coordinator
Graduate Programs
Exercise Science graduates will have the foundation to pursue graduate
programs in the following areas (additional prerequisites may be required)
• Athletic Training
• Exercise Physiology
• Occupational Therapy
• Health and Fitness
• Physical Therapy
Program Outcomes
The graduate will:
1. Apply and examine a body of knowledge in exercise science and related fields.
2. Evaluate, develop and implement programs addressing all paradigms of fitness
and wellness.
3. Analyze basic human movement and design movement-oriented exercise
prescriptions.
4. Select and apply appropriate strength and conditioning principles related to
human movement and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle.
5. Develop and implement physical fitness/health assessment programs.
Admission and Successful Progression
All undergraduate students are eligible to declare Exercise Science as their major. To
progress in the Exercise Science Program and graduate, students must pass their required
courses, including a 3 or 12-credit immersed internship, with a C or better and meet the
institutional academic requirement of maintaining a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
Students must meet all Liberal Learning Outcomes required for graduation by the
University of Charleston.
What You Will Study
The following is a guide based on a 4-year completion period. Students may
accelerate their experience and complete the program in 3 ½ years if desired. Every
student is assigned an academic advisor who will assist with degree completion planning
and career exploration.

Campus Information

Charleston

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Because we believe that learning occurs both in and outside the classroom, the Center for Career Development provides career guidance, internship assistance and professional networking opportunities for students as they move through their academic programs.

The CCD staff works with faculty members, alumni, employers and community leaders to generate high-quality opportunities for students. In turn, the CCD is committed to making the greater Charleston community a more vibrant and prosperous area by enabling UC students to become involved with local employers and organizations.

CCD provides assistance and resources to students and alumni in all aspects of career preparation. We serve as the link between our students and employers. We also help to connect members of the community to the University in a variety of ways. The CCD hosts a number of events and programs for students and maintains several software tools to help students and alumni in all phases of career development.

CCD Resources
Services
Individual Career Coaching
Alumni Assistance
Graduate School Guidance
Events
Annual Career Fair
Etiquette & Networking Dinner
Graduate School Fair
Career Development Week
Tools
Quinncia – for resumes and mock interviews
Career One Stop – for assistance with determining career pathways
Handshake – online job board and career management system for students

PSW Opportunity

3 years PSW

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

First year students must submit the following: University of Charleston application Transcripts (Official transcripts as well as an official English translation from all prior and currently attended secondary institutions are required for an admittance decision. Official transcripts may be scanned and submitted via email.) Exam Scores International students who do not take the ACT or SAT exams must submit one standardized English test score. Acceptable forms of an English test score are as follows: The College Board’s Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (A minimum score of 550 is required for the paper-based test (pBT) and a 61 for the Internet-based test (iBT)) The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (A minimum of 6.0 is required) The duolingo exam (A minimum of 2.6 required) The PTE Academic exam (A minimum of 54 is required) GTEC English Proficiency Test (A minimum of 1100 is required) Other standardized English exams are accepted only upon pre-approval from the Director of International Programs. Note that consideration is taken into account in determining English competence if a student has studied at an American institution. The University of Charleston reserves the right to administer an English proficiency test to any student whose primary language is not English. This test is taken during International Student Orientation before the start of classes. If a student is found lacking in English proficiency, he or she will be required to take the coursework in English as a Second Language (ESL) currently offered at the University of Charleston. If the needed ESL coursework is not offered, the University of Charleston reserves the right to refer the student to an Intensive English Language Program. Students from the following list of countries do not need to submit an ESL test score but should still submit an SAT or ACT score;

University of Charleston

Charleston , West Virginia ,United States