Bachelor of Science in Sport and Exercise Science

The B.S. in Sport and Exercise Science is a science-based undergraduate curriculum that explains the contribution of chemistry, nutrition, physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, motor learning and psychology to effective exercise and sport performance (see proposed curriculum plan below).  Students wishing to enter the job market with a bachelor’s degree are prepared for entry level positions with community, medical, corporate and athletic fitness programs delivered by health clubs, YMCAs, hospitals, industry, and intercollegiate or professional sports teams, and are equally prepared for employment in the sales or marketing division of exercise or medical equipment manufacturers.  Students wishing to pursue further education are qualified for graduate studies leading to master’s and/or doctoral degrees in clinical exercise physiology, preventative and rehabilitative exercise, biomechanics, motor control and development, sports psychology, podiatry, optometry, chiropractic medicine, physical therapy and occupational therapy.  In addition to meeting the general admission requirements for the university, students considering a major in exercise science should take courses in chemistry and physics, as well as a fourth year of mathematics such as calculus or probability and statistics.

Job Outlook

The marketplace for recipients of undergraduate and graduate degrees in exercise science is excellent.  Starting salaries with a bachelor's degree range from $25,000 to $35,000; starting salaries with a master’s or doctoral degree range from $35,000 to $75,000.  For more information on the scope of this degree and the industry in general, please refer to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).