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Exercise Physiology - Ph.D.

The Ph.D. degree in Exercise Physiology prepares students for a wide variety of career options, including exercise prescription and research. The program develops the competencies needed for those who intend to teach exercise physiology, pursue research or apply exercise physiology in practice.

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This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at 51�Թ��'s website for professional licensure disclosure.

Admissions for Exercise Physiology - Ph.D.

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited college or university
Previous degree in exercise science or equivalent preparation
Minimum 2.750 graduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale (minimum 3.500 GPA is recommended) starting with spring 2026 admission term, minimum 3.000 graduate GPA will be required
Official transcript(s)
Résumé or curriculum vitae
Goal statement
Two letters of recommendation
Interview
English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:¹
- Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
- Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
- Minimum 58 PTE score
- Minimum 110 DET score

¹: International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester
- Rolling admissions
Spring Semester
- Rolling admissions
Summer Term
- Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Execute original research within the field of exercise physiology for publication or presentation.
Understand physiological responses to exercise for a variety of populations and conditions.
Statistically analyze and interpret research in the field of exercise physiology.

Coursework

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Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Course List
Code	Title	Credit Hours
Major Requirements
EXPH 73050	RESEARCH PROCESSES IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY	3
EXPH 73051	QUANTITATIVE AND RESEARCH METHODS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY	3
EXPH 73091	RESEARCH SEMINAR (taken twice) ¹	2
Exercise Physiology Electives, choose from the following:		9
EXPH 75075	MUSCLE FUNCTION AND EXERCISE
EXPH 75076	ENVIRONMENTAL STRESS AND EXERCISE
EXPH 75081	ENERGY METABOLISM AND BODY COMPOSITION
EXPH 75084	CARDIOVASCULAR-RESPIRATORY DYNAMICS DURING EXERCISE
Physiology Electives, choose from the following:		6
EXPH 70610	PHYSIOLOGY OF AGING:IMPLICATIONS FOR HUMAN BEHAVIOR
EXPH 75080	PHYSIOLOGICAL BASIS OF EXERCISE AND SPORT
EXPH 75086	NEUROBIOLOGY OF EXERCISE AND MOVEMENT
Additional electives as approved by faculty advisor
Culminating Requirement
EXPH 83098	RESEARCH	12
EXPH 83199	DISSERTATION I ²	30
Minimum Total Credit Hours:		65

¹: Students must enroll in EXPH 73091 for two semesters.
²: Upon admission to candidacy, each doctoral candidate must register for EXPH 83199. It is expected that a doctoral candidate will continuously register for Dissertation I for a total of 30 credit hours, and thereafter EXPH 83299, each semester until all requirements for the degree have been met. The dissertation must show that the student has the competency to conduct research in a discriminating and original manner. The quality of the dissertation must be such that one or more articles acceptable for publication in a professional journal may be expected to be derived from it.

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements Summary
Minimum Major GPA	Minimum Overall GPA
-	3.000

Only in rare instances does a student fulfill the educational and research expectations within the minimum-credit-hour requirement for this degree. Any deficiencies in a doctoral student’s academic preparation must be corrected very early in the approved academic program.

Candidacy Examination

Students will be required to pass an oral and written candidacy examination after coursework is completed before beginning their dissertation. Prior to taking the candidacy examination, the student must demonstrate his or her ability to conduct independent research related to the field of exercise physiology. This may be in the form of a completed thesis, an independent study project or an article published in an acceptable research journal. The acceptability of such evidence is to be determined by faculty advising students in exercise physiology.

Program Delivery

Delivery:
- In person
Location:
- Kent Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Exercise Physiology - Ph.D.

Biological science teachers, postsecondary

9.3%

much faster than the average

64,700

number of jobs

$85,600

potential earnings

Exercise physiologists

11.3%

much faster than the average

19,800

number of jobs

$50,280

potential earnings

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists

6.1%

faster than the average

138,300

number of jobs

$91,510

potential earnings

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Exercise Physiology - M.S.

Become a leader in exercise physiology with 51�Թ��'s master's degree. Our rigorous program is designed to prepare you for a successful career in academia or research. With access to cutting-edge facilities and expert faculty, you'll gain the knowledge and experience needed to make an impact in the field.

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Full Description

The Master of Science degree in Exercise Physiology prepares graduates for a wide variety of career options, including exercise prescription and research, as well as future doctoral study. Representative faculty research includes the areas of body composition, metabolism/nutritional requirements, environment, clinical exercise physiology and the physiology of aging as it is influenced by physical activity and fitness.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

Admissions for Exercise Physiology - M.S.

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

Bachelor's degree in exercise science, or equivalent preparation, from an accredited college or university
Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
Official transcript(s)
Goal statement
Two letters of recommendation
English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:¹
- Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
- Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
- Minimum 58 PTE score
- Minimum 110 DET score

Degree applicants are expected to have substantial preparation in the sciences, usually including coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, anatomy, kinesiology and exercise physiology.

¹: International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester
- Rolling admissions
Spring Semester
- Rolling admissions
Summer Term
- Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Describe physiological responses to exercise for a variety of populations and conditions related to human performance.
Apply the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to assess, motivate and prescribe exercise or strength and conditioning as appropriate for an exercise physiologist.
Utilize statistical methods to analyze and interpret data applicable to the exercise physiology field.

Coursework

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Graduation Requirements

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Course List
Code	Title	Credit Hours
Major Requirements
ATTR 53018	ETHICAL LEADERSHIP FOR HEALTH CARE	3
EXPH 63050	RESEARCH PROCESS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY	3
EXPH 63051	QUANTITATIVE AND RESEARCH METHODS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY	3
EXPH 63091	RESEARCH SEMINAR	1
EXPH 65081	ENERGY METABOLISM AND BODY COMPOSITION	3
EXPH 65084	CARDIOVASCULAR-RESPIRATORY DYNAMICS DURING EXERCISE	3
Major Electives, choose from the following:		9
BSCI 50020	BIOLOGY OF AGING
BSCI 50431	NEUROENDOCRINOLOGY
EXPH 50612	EXERCISE LEADERSHIP FOR THE OLDER ADULT
EXPH 55065	EXERCISE TESTING
EXPH 55070	ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY FOR THE EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
EXPH 55081	ADVANCED PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE
EXPH 60610	PHYSIOLOGY OF AGING: IMPLICATIONS FOR HUMAN BEHAVIOR
EXPH 63098	RESEARCH
EXPH 65080	PHYSIOLOGICAL BASIS OF EXERCISE AND SPORT
EXPH 65086	NEUROBIOLOGY OF MOVEMENT AND EXERCISE
NUTR 63518	ADVANCED SPORTS NUTRITION
Addtional electives chosen in consultation with advisor
Culminating Requirement
Choose from the following:		6
EXPH 63098 & EXPH 65192	RESEARCH and INTERNSHIP IN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
EXPH 63199	THESIS I
EXPH 65192	INTERNSHIP IN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
Minimum Total Credit Hours:		31

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements Summary
Minimum Major GPA	Minimum Overall GPA
-	3.000

Only in rare instances does a student fulfill the educational and research expectations within the minimum credit-hour requirement for this degree. Any deficiencies for a doctoral academic preparation must be corrected very early in the approved academic program.

No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.

Program Delivery

Delivery:
- In person
Location:
- Kent Campus

Accreditation for Exercise Physiology - M.S.

National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Education Recognition Program

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Exercise Physiology - M.S.

Biological science teachers, postsecondary

9.3%

much faster than the average

64,700

number of jobs

$85,600

potential earnings

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists

6.1%

faster than the average

138,300

number of jobs

$91,510

potential earnings

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