Online Exercise Science Degree Completion Program

Finish your bachelor's degree in Exercise Science online. The 星空影视 online Exercise Science degree completion program is designed for working adults, transfer students, and individuals returning to college who want a flexible path to earning a bachelor's degree.

If you've previously earned college credit or completed an associate degree, 星空影视 can help you build on what you've already accomplished and move toward graduation while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.

The program focuses on essential exercise science topics like life-saving emergency care, nutrition strategies, biomechanics, and the impact of exercise on specific diseases and special conditions to prepare for a wide range of potential career opportunities in health, wellness, fitness, rehabilitation support, and related fields.

Exercise Science Program Snapshot

Exercise Science Students

Degree: Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
Format: 100% Online
Designed For: Working adults, transfer students, and degree-completion students
Transfer Friendly: Associate degrees and previously earned college credit accepted for review. Transfer up to 90 credits.
Course Format: Accelerated 8-week terms; small class sizes and personalized faculty support
Career Paths: Fitness, wellness, health promotion, rehabilitation support, coaching, and graduate study
Affordably Priced: $435 a credit hour
Certification Prep: Pursue certifications from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), National Association of Sports Medicine (NASM), and more.
Expert Faculty: Faculty members have terminal degrees in exercise science, athletic training, and dietetics, along with specialized certifications such as Certified Personal Trainer (CPT, ACSM), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS, NSCA), Certified Health Specialist (CHES), Functional Movement System (FMS), and Group Fitness Instructor (AFAA-GFI).

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Designed for Degree Completion Students

Many students begin college but never complete a bachelor's degree. 星空影视's online Exercise Science program provides a flexible pathway for students who want to earn a BS in Exercise Science or finish their degree.

Whether you're returning after a few years away from college or building upon an associate degree, 星空影视's admissions and advising teams help evaluate previous coursework and create a path toward graduation.

When you graduate with an online exercise science degree from the University of Saint Mary, you鈥檒l be prepared for many career opportunities. Plus, you can become certified through nationally recognized organizations like the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

Transfer in up to 90 credits: Students with substantial transfer credit may be able to complete the degree significantly faster than beginning a traditional four-year program from scratch.

Who Should Consider This Program?

This program is designed for:

Students who have earned an associate degree and want to complete a bachelor's degree
Working adults returning to college
Fitness professionals seeking career advancement
Coaches interested in exercise science and human performance
Students preparing for graduate study in health-related fields
Individuals interested in wellness, health promotion, and fitness careers

Admission Requirements, Applying, and Program Curriculum

The online exercise science degree from the 星空影视 takes an average of two years to complete for students who've complete an associate's degree or all gen eds. Generally, a bachelor's degree at 星空影视 requires 120 credits, including coursework that transfers in.

Undergraduate admissions requirements to the 星空影视 vary by program. Some basic requirements include:

A 2.0 GPA on at least 12 credits of previously completed transferrable college coursework or
A 2.75 high school GPA for students with no prior college experience, or a GED exam demonstrating college readiness

When is the application deadline for the online bachelor's in exercise science?

The application deadline is two weeks before classes start. There are up to five starts per year.

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The program is made up of 17 courses that are taught by experienced faculty members who have backgrounds in areas like exercise science, athletic training, dietetics, personal training, strength and conditioning, and group fitness.

Generally, a bachelor's degree at 星空影视 requires 120 credits, including coursework that transfers in.

You鈥檒l get the opportunity to learn basic life-saving emergency care and first aid treatment skills, apply nutrition strategies to improve exercise performance and health, become familiar with basic biomechanics in order to understand how to analyze posture and movement dysfunctions, identify and prevent sport injuries, understand the impact of exercise on certain diseases and special conditions, and perform fitness assessments that enable you to write individualized exercise prescriptions.

The online exercise science bachelor's degree program utilizes philosophies from each nationally recognized exercise organization and blends those concepts into a variety of courses across the major.

Courses

This course is designed as an introduction to the field of health sciences. Students will be introduced to a wide array of health science professions and will examine the basic qualifications, responsibilities, employment opportunities, and challenges in this field. In addition to understanding these professions, exposure to this field will prepare students to make decisions about their future education and careers.

This course focuses on the latest trends in health, exercise, and wellness across the lifespan. The course will examine behaviors that increase the risk of major health conditions as well as those that promote individual, family, and community wellness.

The purpose of this course is to increase the student鈥檚 knowledge of human physiology and the adaptations that occur during exercise. The focus of this course is on how the body responds to acute and chronic exercise.

This course introduces the basics of life-saving emergency care and first aid treatment. Topics include rescue breathing, CPR, first aid for choking and bleeding, and other first aid procedures. A standard first aid and emergency cardiac care certification will be awarded to those that qualify.

The study of anatomical structures and the mechanical, neuromuscular principles of human movement.

This course exposes students to laboratory and field tests used for assessing physical fitness components for the purpose of creating exercise programs.

Students will gain an understanding of nutrient use and nutrition strategies to improve exercise performance and overall health. Course topics include macro and micronutrients as well hydration requirements for health and performance. Weight control, nutrition supplements, and ergogenic aids used by athletes and the general population will also be examined.

An introduction to the different types of injuries and a basic overview of how to prevent, identify, and care for a variety of injuries and illnesses that regularly occur to the physically active.

The purpose of the course is to understand how to develop and implement strength training and conditioning programs for physically active individuals.

The purpose of this course is to provide students opportunities to learn how to create effective and appropriate individualized exercise plans for healthy individuals. This course will emphasize the use of fitness assessment data to design exercise prescriptions for enhancing cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, body composition, balance, and flexibility for healthy individuals.

The study of theories, principles, and concepts behind human development and performance of motor skills from birth through adulthood.

A course designed to include selected topics of interest that otherwise are not regularly offered. These topics may include opportunities for students to complete research, present, and participate in learning activities that review the latest trends and issues in health and exercise science.

A course focusing on the role of exercise in the aging process and alleviating certain health-related issues and disabilities in a variety of populations.

The application of corrective exercises to improve postural imbalances and coordinated movement patterns to recondition the body post-injury care and to reduce risk of injury in sport and work environments.

This course offers an opportunity to gain practical experience and develop skills in an exercise science setting. Students will be required to complete a capstone project that includes collecting and analyzing data to make decisions on exercise programs. Students will also review material to prepare for personal training certification.

Returning to College?

Life doesn't always follow a straight path. Many students pause their education because of work, military service, family obligations, or other personal responsibilities.

星空影视's online Exercise Science degree completion program is designed to help adult learners continue their education without putting their lives on hold.

Transfer previously earned college credits
Study online from wherever you live
Maintain employment while earning your degree
Complete coursework in convenient 8-week terms
Receive personalized support from faculty and advisors

Transfer Credits and Finish Faster

Transfer-friendly pathways help students maximize prior coursework and avoid repeating classes they've already completed.

Many students enter the program with an associate degree or previously completed college credits and can significantly shorten the time required to earn a bachelor's degree.

If you're unsure how your previous coursework transfers, our admissions team can help evaluate your academic history.

What Can You Do With an Exercise Science Degree?

An Exercise Science degree can prepare graduates for careers across health, wellness, fitness, performance, and rehabilitation-related settings, including:

Health and Wellness Careers

Wellness Coordinator
Health Promotion Specialist
Corporate Wellness Professional
Health Coach

Fitness and Performance Careers

Personal Trainer
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Fitness Specialist
Performance Coach

Rehabilitation and Clinical Support Careers

Exercise Physiologist
Physical Therapy Aide
Rehabilitation Support Professional
Clinical Exercise Specialist

Graduate and Professional Study

Exercise Science is also a strong foundation for graduate education in areas such as:

Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Athletic Training
Exercise Physiology
Health and Human Performance

Source:

that exercise physiologists earn a median annual salary of $50,280, and the employment of these professionals is projected to increase 13% by 2030.

Prepare for Industry Certifications

The curriculum provides foundational knowledge that can support preparation for industry-recognized certifications.

Students often pursue credentials from organizations such as:

Why Working Adults Choose 星空影视

Flexible Online Learning

Courses are delivered online in accelerated terms, making it easier to balance education with work and family responsibilities.

Personalized Faculty Support

Students learn from faculty with expertise in exercise science, athletic training, fitness, wellness, and health-related disciplines.

Transfer-Friendly Pathways

星空影视 helps students maximize previously earned credits and complete their degrees efficiently.

Mission-Driven Education

Rooted in the 星空影视's Catholic and Vincentian tradition, students develop the knowledge, professionalism, and ethical leadership skills needed to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. 星空影视's Exercise Science degree completion program is delivered online to support working adults and students balancing other responsibilities.

Yes. Transfer credits are evaluated individually, and many students enter the program with previously earned college coursework or an associate degree. Transfer in up to 90 credits.

Completion time depends on the number of transferable credits. Students with an associate degree and gen eds may be able to finish significantly faster (about 2 years) than beginning a bachelor's degree from the start.

Yes. The program is specifically designed to help working adults and returning students complete a bachelor's degree while balancing career and family obligations.

The online B.S. in Exercise Science degree costs $435 a credit hour. For more information about tuition, additional costs, and financial aid options, please visit our tuition page.

In addition to related course fees that cover some online learning materials embedded in specific courses, there is a $200 graduation fee and a $25 tutor.com fee for every 16-week semester.

Graduates may pursue opportunities in fitness, wellness, health promotion, coaching, rehabilitation support, and related fields.

When you complete this program, you will be able to:

Accurately evaluate health-related fitness components.
Instruct participants in the use of fitness equipment and testing procedures.
Evaluate fitness assessment data and make appropriate fitness recommendations.
Recognize the overall precautions to prevent sport injuries.
Provide basic steps to care for sport injuries.
Design a strength and conditioning program based on an individual鈥檚 fitness levels.
Evaluate postural and movement dysfunctions using appropriate assessment techniques.
Utilize movement assessment outcomes to implement corrective exercise solutions.
Demonstrate procedures used to assess motor development.
Develop exercise plans for individuals with common chronic medical conditions and physical impairments.

Yes. Many students use an Exercise Science bachelor's degree as preparation for graduate study in physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, exercise physiology, and related disciplines.

Currently, the program is offered both online and on-campus.

Who are the faculty?

Stephanie Moore, PhD, ATC, ACSM-CPT

Associate Professor and Program Director
Stephanie.Moore@stmary.edu
913-758-6196
Berchmans 403A
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Ariana Davis, MS, LAT, ATC

Instructor
ariana.davis@stmary.edu
913-758-6334
Berchmans 403C
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Briana Burgette, DAT, ATC

Assistant Professor of Athletic Training & Exercise Science, Clinical Coordinator
Email: Briana.Burgette@stmary.edu
Phone: 913-758-6245
Office: Berchmans 403B
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If you're ready to finish your bachelor's degree and advance your career in health and wellness or human performance, the 星空影视 online Exercise Science degree completion program can help you move forward.

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