Program Overview
Prepare for fitness and health careers with the MS in Exercise Science online degree from Aurora University. Through coursework and an internship or capstone experience, the MS in Exercise Science online degree prepares you for the American College of Sports Medicine’s (ACSM) Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) exam. Become a trained exercise science expert and complete your degree in 1-2 years with AU Online.
Curriculum
AU’s MS in Exercise Science online program features coursework in exercise physiology, sports nutrition, sports psychology, research methods and program organization and administration. All courses are taught by expert instructors with extensive experience in their fields.
“The research methods class in AU’s Exercise Science graduate program paid off for me right away at my current job working with cardiac rehab patients. It inspired me to create a new process for successfully identifying and addressing the barriers that many of my patients face in making lifestyle changes.”
-Amanda Miner MSES ’22
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
The Exercise Science program is an Education Recognition Program by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Available Specialization
Clinical Exercise Physiology
Gain the skills to improve cardiovascular fitness, manage chronic illnesses and prepare for certification in this in-demand role.
Program Details
- Next Start Date:May 5, 2025
- Est. Program Length:1-2 years
- Credit Hours:30
- Course Length:8 - 16 Weeks
- Cost Per Credit:$565
Program Prerequisite Requirements:
- HLS2650 Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology
- EXS3230 Physiology of Exercise
MSES Core Courses (18 semester hours):
- EXS5010 Research Methods – 3 hours
- EXS5020 Sports Nutrition – 3 hours
- EXS5030 Sports Psychology – 3 hours
- EXS5040 Organization/Administration – 3 hours
- EXS5100 Advanced Exercise Physiology – 3 hours
- EXS5110 Advanced Exercise Physiology Lab – 3 hours
Clinical Exercise Physiology Specialization (12 semester hours):
- EXS5350 Advanced Exercise Assessment and Prescription – 3 hours
- EXS5360 Advanced Cardiovascular Physiology and ECG Interpretation – 3 hours
- EXS5370 Advanced Clinical Exercise Physiology – 3 hours
- EXS5400 Capstone/Internship – 3 hours
Note: Tuition and fees are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact the Office of Student Accounts for questions or information on current tuition, fees, room, board and other rates.
- A completed admissions application
- Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning with a major in exercise science, kinesiology or related area. Those without the appropriate major must complete the prerequisite courses as listed below.
- Prerequisite required courses: Anatomy and Physiology and Exercise Physiology. Bridge courses are available for those without the prerequisite courses.
- Current TB screen/test (within past 12 months). Cost incurred by student.
- Criminal background check through the university. Cost incurred by student.
- Transcripts (official, sealed in envelope) from all previously attended colleges or universities.
*Applicants with undergraduate GPAs below 3.0 will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must submit a personal statement. Additional letters of recommendation and/or an interview with the program director may be required.
All AU Online students must have unrestricted access to a computer or mobile device with high-speed internet to participate in online courses. AU Online uses Moodle to host its online classes. All students will be charged an $80 Technology Fee per semester, regardless of the number of credits taken.
Graduate-level course credit is transferable, allowing students to earn their degree faster than ever. Graduate-level credit earned at regionally accredited institutions of higher education graded “B” or better may be transferred to Aurora University and applied toward a master’s or other post-baccalaureate programs prior to enrollment into Aurora University.
Online Master of Science in Exercise Science Career Outcomes
- Certified strength and conditioning specialist
- Clinical lab coordinator
- Registered clinical exercise physiologist
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
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