Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
Exercise Science is the study of movement and the associated functional responses and adaptations. Exercise scientists must understand the scientific basis underlying exercise-induced physiological responses.
Students pursuing the degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in Exercise Science will complete courses in theory and practice of exercise testing and prescription.
In addition to the core and recommended electives, students may choose a minor although one is not required.
A minimum grade point average of 3.00 is required within the core and track area of the Exercise Science program. Students completing the program will be qualified to sit for the Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Group Exercise Instructor, Certified Health Fitness Specialist Exams offered by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). In addition, students completing 500 hours in a clinical experience program are qualified to sit for the Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist exam through the ACSM. Students are also qualified to sit for the National Strength and Conditioning Association's Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist or Certified Personal Trainer Exams upon completion of the program.
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
- June
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 |
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years of PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Qualified Admission Requirements for students who graduate high school in 2021 or after:
KANSAS AND OUT-OF-STATE FRESHMEN UNDER 21 YEARS OF AGE
For automatic admission, graduates from an accredited high school must meet the following:
- Graduate with a 2.25 or higher grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale
OR
- ACT composite score of 21 or higher (SAT of 1060 or higher)
Qualified Admission Requirements for students who graduate high school prior to 2021:
KANSAS AND OUT-OF-STATE FRESHMEN UNDER 21 YEARS OF AGE
For automatic admission, graduates from an accredited high school must meet the following:
- Complete the Kansas pre-college curriculum (or the respective state precollege curriculum for non-residents)* with a 2.0 (2.5 for non-residents) or higher grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 Scale
AND meet one of the following requirements:
- ACT composite score of 21 or higher (SAT of 1060 or higher), OR
- Rank in the top one-third of graduating class
(If applicable, achieve at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale on all transferable college credits) Kansas precollege curriculum:
- 4 units of English
- 4 units of Math (Nothing below Algebra I will be accepted) OR 3 units and ACT Math score of 22 or complete 1 unit by achieving 3 college credits in College Algebra
- 3 units of Natural Sciences (1 unit must be Chemistry or Physics)
- 3 units of Social Sciences
- 3 units of electives (English, Math, Natural Sciences, Social Science, Fine Arts, Computer Information Systems, Foreign Languages, Personal Finance, Speech, Debate, Forensics, Journalism and Career Technical Education)
For automatic admission, graduates from an unaccredited high school or homeschool must meet the following:
- Complete the Kansas pre-college curriculum (or the respective state precollege curriculum for non-residents)* with a 2.0 (2.5 for non-residents) or higher grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 Scale
AND meet the following requirement:
- ACT composite score of 21 or higher (SAT of 1060 or higher) (If applicable, achieve at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale on all transferable college credits) High school equivalency diploma recipients and incoming freshmen students 21 years of age and older can find admission requirements at pittstate.edu/admission.
There are provisions for a small number of exceptions to the admission standards. Please contact the Admission Office for more information.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
76352 USD
Annual Cost of Living: 10000 USD
Application Fee: 30 USD
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