Online Bachelor's in Exercise Science
Become an Expert in Vital Kinesiology Concepts
Complete an Interest-Matched Internship
Receive a Christian Education
Learn From Industry-Experienced Faculty
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- Duration 1-4 years
- Cost per Credit $420
- Credit Hours 90-120
Program Benefits
- Complete a career-connected curriculum
- 90-credit and 120-credit bachelor’s degrees available
- 95% of students are employed a year after graduation
- Now accepting applications – no app fee
- Free transfer credit evaluation
- Six convenient start dates per year
- Graduate with a personalized, career-ready professional brand and portfolio
- $250 cost per credit for Active-Duty, National Guard & Reserve Service Members and Spouses*
What is an exercise science degree?
Gain a deeper understanding of exercise science, the health and fitness world, and your place in these industries with CSP Global’s online Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science program. You’ll build the knowledge and skills needed to pursue positions in coaching, fitness, personal training, and rehab.
The flexible online format allows you to learn on your schedule and gain hands-on experience through an interest-based internship. Designed for adult learners, CSP Global offers two-degree options: a flexible 120-credit program and a 90-credit, 3-year program, allowing you to choose the path that best fits your personal and career goals.
Build your professional network by connecting with your peers and top alumni employers. Your academic team will ensure your earned college credits are transferred, and multiple scholarship options are available to make your private Christian education even more convenient.
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Choose the Degree Aligned With Your Aspirations
Both exercise science degree programs provide a liberal arts perspective through general education and core courses. The 120-credit program offers greater academic flexibility, preparing you for graduate study and allowing you to pursue a minor or double major. The 90-credit, 3-year program allows you to complete only the electives you need to earn your degree faster and start your career sooner. By transferring prior credits, you can save time and money and earn your bachelor’s degree in as little as one year.
What Courses Will You Take in the Exercise Science Program?
- Nutrition, anatomy, and physiology
- Sport business, exercise physiology, health psychology
- Biomechanics, kinesiology, and motor development
- Graduate prepared to sit for the ACSM-CPT certification and the NETA, NSCA, ACSM, ACE, and AFFA exams.
Program Outcomes
- Exhibit an understanding of the principles and concepts of kinesiology and allied health.
- Apply knowledge of human anatomy and the musculoskeletal system to assess one’s development and abilities.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the effects of physical activity on the body’s functions.
Your future employers want to see what you can do. We’ll help you show them with the CSP Global Career Portfolio.
With the support of our faculty, you’ll develop your personal brand and graduate with a ready-to-share Career Portfolio that shows potential employers what you can do. Throughout your program, you’ll practice essential interview and networking skills while curating presentations, projects, and work samples that highlight your readiness for real world opportunities. Your experience concludes with a reflective self-evaluation that ensures you’ll step into the workforce ready to speak to your strengths.
What Are the Admission Requirements for CSP Global’s Exercise Science Program?
To apply for the online B.A. in Exercise Science program from CSP Global, you’ll need:
- Completed online application
- Official transcripts from your previous regionally accredited institution(s) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 based on a 4.0 system.
- Students who do not meet initial admissions criteria may be asked to complete the academic success essay and/or provide additional documentation.
How Much Does the Online Exercise Science Program Cost?
The online B.A. in Exercise Science costs $420 per credit hour. Convenient payment options and $2,000 partnership scholarships are available to help you pay for your education.
Military Support and Benefits
Achieve your mission to earn a career-ready degree at CSP Global. In our supportive environment, U.S. military service members and veterans can receive one-on-one guidance for excelling in class and accessing education benefits through the GI Bill® and Yellow Ribbon program. We also offer transfer credit for military service and reduced tuition for active-duty service members and their spouses.
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At CSP Global, you’ll have support from industry-experienced faculty who will offer guidance and answer your questions throughout your exercise science degree online program. It’s yet another way the online format mimics the experience of studying on campus.
With over 25 years of experience and more than 40 online programs, CSP Global is a pioneer in online education. As part of our diverse online community, you’ll receive a liberal arts education guided by Lutheran principles. The career-connected curricula, flexible learning options, and alumni connections available at CSP Global mean you’ll graduate ready for success. We are committed to delivering online programs with the same quality as our on-campus learning.
Online ExperienceCSP Global is committed to helping you fund your education. In addition to financing your education with federal student aid and private loans, you may be eligible to take advantage of our scholarship opportunities. CSP Global is also a Military Friendly® institution. An enrollment counselor can help you apply for financial aid.
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You complete all coursework online. The required internship takes place in person at an approved local site, such as a gym, wellness program, or rehabilitation facility.
It depends on how many credits you transfer in, how many courses you take each term, and which option you choose. With no transfer credits, the 120-credit option takes about four years full time or five to six years part time, and the 90-credit option takes about three years full time. Transfer credits shorten both timelines. See the Courses tab for how the credits are structured.
Exercise science is a strong fit if you want to work in fitness, wellness, rehabilitation, or sports performance. The degree leads to roles in clinical settings, corporate wellness, and athletic performance, and it prepares you for graduate study. Explore job titles on the Careers tab.
The major includes 37 credit hours of coursework in research methods, nutrition, human anatomy, sport business, health psychology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, applied exercise prescription, and exercise testing. The rest of your credits come from general education and electives. See the full list on the Courses tab.
Complete the online application, then have your official transcripts sent to CSP. If you finished high school recently or have limited college credit, ask your high school to send its transcript directly to CSP. Start on the Admission tab.
Not on its own. Becoming a Certified Athletic Trainer requires a program accredited by CAATE and the Board of Certification (BOC) credential. This degree gives you a foundation in the science, and many graduates continue to graduate study in athletic training.
Both options lead to the same B.A. in Exercise Science. The 120-credit degree includes up to 53 hours of electives, which leaves room for a minor or double major and prepares you for graduate study. The 90-credit, three-year degree saves time and money because you complete only the electives you need, so you can start your career sooner. Compare the options on the Courses tab.
Disclaimer
*CSP offers a special military tuition rate for Active-Duty, National Guard and Reserve Component Service Members, and current Military spouses of these members. Tuition for the adult undergraduate degree programs are $250 per credit and graduate degree programs are $350 per credit. Service members using this discount are not eligible for the Military Service Scholarship. Proof of status is required.