Earn Your MSES Online in Just One Year

Develop the skills you need for success in health and fitness careers with Aurora University’s online Master of Science in Exercise Science (MSES) degree. This program provides students with a strong foundation in critical skill areas such as exercise physiology, sports nutrition, research methods, administration and more. Because we emphasize hands-on application through an internship or capstone, you can be sure you will graduate with the experience to apply what you learn in the workplace.

In this convenient graduate program, you can prepare for the American College of Sports Medicine’s Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP) exam or the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam, gaining the credential you need for career advancement.

The MSES degree also features a specialization in clinical exercise physiology allowing you to focus your studies and meet your specific career goals. Graduates of this program are prepared for roles in health and fitness settings such as strength and conditioning coach, clinical lab coordinator and more.

If you are ready to advance your career, take your next step with us. Become a trained exercise science expert and complete your degree in just one year with AU Online.

Our students have completed internships and found employment at the following companies:

Acceleration Sports Performance
Arizona State University
Athletico
ATI Physical Therapy
Elite Sports Performance
Good Samaritan Hospital
IMG Academy
Loyola University Chicago
Michigan State University
North Carolina State University
Northwestern Medicine
Rush Copley Medical Center
San Francisco Giants
Texas A&M University
University of California, Los Angeles
University of Notre Dame
University of Iowa
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Windy City Bulls
YMCA

Accreditation

Aurora University is a participant in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements initiative.

Aurora University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to grant bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.

The Aurora University baccalaureate social work and master of social work programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

Academic Excellence

Aurora University Online has a strong tradition of serving students with a quality education that is rooted in the foundational principles of academic excellence. Faculty members are experienced in their field of study and are accessible to online students for support. Our degree programs are designed around quality curriculum to help you succeed in your career.

Accessible and Convenient

Higher education is now more accessible with Aurora University Online. Earn your degree and benefit from our convenient and flexible learning platform that puts a degree at your fingertips.

Affordable Learning

Aurora University Online strives to make college affordable for our students. Financial aid is available for qualifying students and can help reduce and limit the out-of-pocket expenses associated with a college degree. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA before enrolling in an online degree program to assess your eligibility for financial aid.