Exercise Science, BS

Learn to help people achieve peak wellness with our exercise science program.
DEGREE:
Bachelor of Science (BS)
DELIVERY:
Face-to-Face
LOCATION:
Morehead
TIME REQUIRED:
4 Years, Full Time
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH AN EXERCISE SCIENCE DEGREE
Our program combines science-based business and leadership classes to prepare you for clinical, community health, and commercial careers. You’ll also be ready for graduate studies in physical and occupational therapy, athletic training, strength and conditioning, working well with others, thinking critically, and being professional. If you choose, you can continue your education in graduate school.
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
- Corporate Wellness Coordinator
- Exercise Physiologist
- Fitness Trainer or Instructor
- Health Educator
- Occupational Therapist Assistant
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Sports Performance Analyst
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Wellness Program Coordinator
- Anytime Fitness
- Baptist Health System KY & IN
- Frazier Rehab Institute
- Norton Healthcare
- TriHealth
- UK HealthCare

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WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN EXERCISE SCIENCE
Our Exercise Science program provides the knowledge and hands-on skills for career success. Internships provide real-world experience, and classes in exercise physiology, functional anatomy, exercise program leadership, facility design, and nutrition prepare you for various certifications, including the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
Students gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge diagnostic technology in the Human Performance Lab.

Research Opportunities
Morehead State students have numerous opportunities to actively participate in academic research as early as their freshman year through our Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program.
Learn about research opportunitiesAdmission to exercise science
You must be accepted to MSU to enroll in the Exercise Science program.
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Explore the DepartmentContact Us
Department of Health, Kinesiology, Imaging & Psychological Sciences
210D Center for Health, Education & Research
Morehead, KY 40351
EMAIL: kh@moreheadstate.edu
PHONE: 606-783-2180
