Kinesiology And Exercise Science Degree

The kinesiology and exercise science program at Transylvania 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 Kentucky colleges that offer kinesiology and exercise science degrees.

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Transylvania University (TMU)

333 Thomas More Parkway, Crestview Hills, KY

Transylvania University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Lexington, Kentucky, which is a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at Transylvania University.

Students can choose from a few areas of study, including:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• History

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most common standardized test scores among students accepted to Transylvania University are within the range of 24 - 30 on the ACT, or 1090 - 1340 on the SAT exam. Transylvania University accepts roughly 80% of students applying yearly. Of those accepted, about 24% attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $31,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,200 for the year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Transylvania University Pioneers participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Students can visit the Transylvania University website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Kinesiology And Exercise Science Program

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

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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).