Kinesiology And Exercise Science Degree

The kinesiology and exercise science program at Texas Wesleyan 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 Texas colleges that offer kinesiology and exercise science degrees.

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Texas Wesleyan University

Broadway and University Avenue, Lubbock, TX

Texas Wesleyan University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Fort Worth, Texas, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The United Methodist affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Enrollment at Texas Wesleyan University exceeds 3,400 annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Interdisciplinary Studies

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1318 - 1600 for the SAT exam and between 19 - 23 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to this school. Approximately 50% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 35% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at texaswesleyan.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $22,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $4,600. This school may offer financial aid for students that qualify as grants and loans.

The Texas Wesleyan University "Rams" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.txwes.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Kinesiology And Exercise Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Texas Wesleyan University offers a bachelor's degree program in kinesiology and exercise science.

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Students by Race (2019)

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).