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Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Exercise Science | Kinesiology | Sports Medicine
Area of study
Health
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
Manhattan College's Exercise Science program focuses on the scientific study of human movement and its applications in fields like physical activity, exercise, and rehabilitation. Graduates can pursue careers as physical therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, or in other exercise and rehabilitation roles.
Program Outline
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths: Graduates can pursue various career paths in exercise and rehabilitation fields, such as:
- Physical therapist
- Occupational therapist
- Strength and conditioning coach
- Exercise physiologist
- Fitness instructor
- Sports nutritionist
- Sport psychologist
- Health educator and community health worker
- Athletic director
- Physician assistant
- Athletic trainer
- Opportunities: Opportunities exist for employment in diverse settings like hospitals, rehabilitation centers, fitness facilities, sports teams, and community organizations.
- Outcomes: Graduates have successfully entered the workforce and pursued advanced degrees in physical or occupational therapy.
Other:
- 120-hour internship: A key feature of the program is a 120-hour internship that allows students to gain practical experience and match their interests with career goals. Internships are available with various professionals aligned with the program's focus.
- Certification: Completing coursework can contribute to acquiring two types of certifications:
- Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM)
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
- Co-curricular experiences: Students can engage in various co-curricular activities like:
- Manhattan College Games: Offering physical activities for individuals with disabilities.
- Manhattan College Fitness Center: Work-study opportunities as fitness attendants and personal trainers.
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
High School Students:
- A minimum GPA of 3.0
- Completion of the following high school courses:
- Four years of English
- Three years of mathematics (including Algebra I and Geometry)
- Three years of science (including Biology or Chemistry)
- Two years of social studies
- Two years of a foreign language
International Students:
- A minimum GPA of 3.0
- Completion of the following high school courses:
- The equivalent of four years of English
- The equivalent of three years of mathematics (including Algebra I and Geometry)
- The equivalent of three years of science (including Biology or Chemistry)
- The equivalent of two years of social studies
- The equivalent of two years of a foreign language
- A minimum score of 79 on the TOEFL iBT, 6.5 on the IELTS, or 120 on the Duolingo English Test
Transfer Students:
- A minimum GPA of 2.5
- Completion of at least 24 semester hours of college-level coursework, including:
- A minimum of six semester hours of biology
- A minimum of six semester hours of chemistry
- A minimum of three semester hours of physics
- A minimum of three semester hours of anatomy and physiology
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