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Kinesiology and exercise science
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What is a kinesiology and exercise science major?
This scientific program focuses on the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and biophysics of human movement, and applications to exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation. This includes instruction in biomechanics, motor behavior, motor development and coordination, motor neurophysiology, performance research, rehabilitative therapies, the development of diagnostic and rehabilitative methods and equipment, and related analytical methods and procedures in applied exercise and therapeutic rehabilitation.
of students said hands-on experience was a highlight of this major.
of students found this major to be difficult.
of students said they were motivated to select this major because it fit their passion & interest.
of students and alumni plan on being or are currently employed in an occupation related to this major.
of students said difficult exams/assessments were a challenging aspect of the major.
How much do kinesiology and exercise science majors make?
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The most common starting salary of surveyed students after graduation is $50,000 - $60,000.
How popular is kinesiology and exercise science as a major?
Each year, around 25,600 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 1,980 students obtain an associate degree in kinesiology and exercise science. In 2021, 27,120 students received a bachelor's degree and 2,467 students received an associate degree. This is 5% more kinesiology and exercise science majors than there were in 2020. Kinesiology and exercise science is one of the most popular majors within kinesiology and physical therapy.
Advice from kinesiology and exercise science majors
Share your experienceExercise Science is a major I have always been interested in. This is because I have a large sports background and my parents have friends who are Physical Therapists. Although this major can be tough it is a fun one to experience. There are lots of hands on activities. Also, my professors will bring in different people to talk about the occupations that they are doing after completing this major.
This is a great major to give you a broad knowledge of everything exercise related. The degree alone isn’t sufficient for enough to make for many career opportunities unless you pursue higher education as well as work an entry level position. That being said, I cherish the experiences I had as a kinesiology student.
For me I am a first year College student and Is looking forward to seeing where this major can take me. It would be my goal to help others in need in rehabilitation in physical aid such as my grandmother or parents. I would say even myself in the future to keep myself in check and in tip top shape. For my advice though I would say to try it out and give it your best shot.
