Kinesiology And Exercise Science Degree

The kinesiology and exercise science program at Gannon University prepares students for careers as an activities director, risk trainer, athletic coach or trainer, cardiac rehabilitator, cruise recreation director, personal trainer, or health consultant or nutrition specialist. The program focuses on anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and biophysics of human movement, as well as applications to exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation. Program courses include: biomechanics, motor development and coordination, rehabilitative therapies, and analytical methods and procedures in applied exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer kinesiology and exercise science degrees.

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Gannon University

Also known as Franklin & Marshall College

College Ave, Lancaster, PA

Gannon University is a nonprofit private school that has a large selection of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Erie, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Gannon University has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 4,200.

Students may select from a few areas of study, including:

• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Engineering
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Students may take either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at Gannon University. A score in a range of 910 to 1150 on the SAT, or 20 to 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. Roughly 90% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 22% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is nearly $29,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $5,900 each year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Gannon University Golden Knights participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the school's http://www.gannon.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Kinesiology And Exercise Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Gannon University has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Exercise Physiologists

Description

Assess, plan, or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as those designed to improve cardiorespiratory function, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, or flexibility.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).