Kinesiology And Exercise Science Degree

The kinesiology and exercise science program at Texas A&M University – Kingsville 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 A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK)

2500 N Robison Rd, Texarkana, TX

TAMUK is a public institution located in Kingsville, Texas and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Enrollment at TAMUK exceeds nine thousand per year.

Areas of study offered at TAMUK include but are not limited to:

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

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then studied by the admissions staff. Most common standardized test scores among students accepted to TAMUK are between 15 - 20 on the ACT, or 770 - 980 on the SAT exam. Admission to Texas A&M University - Kingsville is considered highly competitive, with only 20 percent of students who applied on average being admitted each year. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $7,300, while nonresidents pay $18,000 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

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

Students should visit the Texas A&M University - Kingsville website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Kinesiology And Exercise Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. TAMUK 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).