Exercise Science (M.S.)
Exercise Science at Bloomsburg University prepares students for research opportunities, doctoral study and employment in universities, cardiac rehabilitation, corporate fitness/wellness, sports medicine, and pediatric/geriatric fitness. Students complete courses in Exercise Science with clinical and research internships that encompass the full spectrum of health, including cardiac rehabilitation, physiological assessment, and training for optimal performance. These activities are augmented by such learning recourses as library support, information technology and well-equipped exercise physiology, biomechanics, and computer laboratories in the recently renovated Centennial Hall - the home of Exercise Science.
If you are looking for…
- Excellence in teaching,
- Accessible faculty,
- Hands on laboratory experiences,
- Experience in grant writing and in conducting research,
- A challenging curriculum,
- Outstanding internship opportunities,
- State of the art teaching and laboratory facilities, and
- A beautiful campus setting…
Consider Bloomsburg University!
For more information
Eric Rawson, Ph.D., Graduate Program Coordinator
erawson@bloomu.edu
Office: (570) 389-4376
Why pursue the Master of Science Degree in Exercise Science at Bloomsburg University?
- Hands on experience with Professors of Exercise Science with diverse interests
- Potentially graduate with one or more publications.
- First hand experience with grant writing.
- Internships in national and international settings.
- Represent Bloomsburg University at regional, national, and international meetings.
- Reasonable tuition.
- Assistantships available for those who qualify
What career opportunities are available with the M.S. Degree in Exercise Science?
Doctoral Degree Programs
- Exercise Science
- Medicine
- Physical Therapy
- Health Promotion and Education
- Health Administration
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Professional Careers
- Biotechnology
- Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Physician Assistant
- Corporate Wellness
- Personal Training
- Research
- University Instructor
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
Professional Certifications
- Athletic Training
- Health Fitness Instructor
- Exercise Specialist
- Strength and Conditioning
Measuring Success
Recent graduates from Bloomsburg University's Exercise Science program have earned full assistantships for doctoral study at:
Ball State University
University of Connecticut
Florida State University
The Pennsylvania State University
The University of Pennsylvania
The University of Pittsburgh
Slippery Rock University-Doctoral of Physical Therapy
Syracuse University
Virginia Tech University
Thomas Jefferson Medical School
And more
Recent graduates have accepted clinical, research and teaching positions at:
Geisinger Medical Center
The Johns Hopkins Cardiac Rehabilitation Center
The Cleveland Clinic
The Sensor Medics Corporation
Air Products Corporation
The U.S. Naval Academy
The Cincinnati Sports Research Center
The University of Scranton
And others