Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
Waukesha, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 36,400 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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** additional fees may apply / on average our international scholarship covers 45-55% of the cost of attendance for fulltime international undergraduate students
Introduction
If you enjoy health and exercise and want to help others achieve personal goals and improve your quality of life, a degree in exercise science may be the right choice for you. Exercise science is a multidisciplinary area of study that combines biological, physical, and health sciences to understand the human body and how it responds to movement through exercise and sport. In this field, you’ll work with people of all ages and abilities to improve their physical health and wellbeing.
Our program prepares you to work in a variety of health and fitness professions including personal training, health club management, coaching, strength and conditioning, clinical health education, and rehabilitation. And, if you’re looking to continue your education, you’ll be prepared for certification exams and graduate levels of study in exercise science or other health-related disciplines.
Combine your interests in health and science to help others remain healthy, active, and achieve personal goals.
Carroll University’s Exercise Science major is truly interdisciplinary and combines science, nutrition, and fitness courses to prepare you for any career in exercise science. You’ll take basic science classes such as chemistry and anatomy to teach you how the body works and then move on to applied science courses like exercise physiology to learn about the body in motion and application courses which will teach you the skills needed to become an exercise scientist.
The majority of your classes involve hands-on experiences—for example, you’ll work with your peers to test heart rate, blood pressure, and skin fold and also be able to apply these practices to some of our NCAA Division III student-athletes. You’ll also look at the relationship between chemistry and nutrition, to understand how the foods we eat affect and improve health and performance. And if you’re most interested in how the body moves, you’ll learn what happens inside each of us when we run, jump or contract a muscle.
In addition to learning about the typically active and healthy body, you’ll gain a basic understanding of populations who have different medical conditions. Any career you choose in exercise science may encounter clients or patients dealing with issues such as stroke recovery, diabetes, or cardiopulmonary disease. The courses you take will help prepare you to handle these situations successfully.
Put What You’ve Learned into Practice
Our program offers plenty of opportunities for practical experience. These may include a senior internship, staffing campus fitness facilities, working with college and community wellness programs, and assisting with strength and conditioning for our NCAA Division III athletic teams. Under program faculty supervision in our capstone course, our students have opportunities to serve as personal trainers to Carroll faculty and staff, creating individual training programs they administer throughout the semester. The Capstone course will also assist students in developing their resume and interview skills to hit the ground running after graduation.
After you complete our program, you’ll be ready to take certification exams for personal training, strength and conditioning, fitness specialist, and fitness instructor. Our students have gone onto graduate school and also started professional careers as personal trainers, fitness instructors as well as strength and conditioning coaches working in health clubs, sports performance facilities, and corporate fitness programs.
Minors that complement the exercise science major include psychology, sociology, Spanish, business, and coaching.
Accelerated Graduate Program Option
Although not required, exercise science majors may choose to further their study through the following accelerated path to our graduate Exercise Physiology program:
Exercise Science to Master of Science in Exercise Physiology (MEXP)
Complete your undergraduate degree and earn a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology (MEXP) from Carroll in five years. You’ll spend three years in undergraduate studies to learn the basic knowledge needed for two years of graduate-level courses.
At Carroll, you’ll receive the support you need from multiple areas on campus as you prepare to apply to graduate school. Advisors will help ensure you complete the requirements to be a qualified applicant for any of the graduate programs in which you’re interested. And if you decide to apply for Carroll’s Master of Science in Exercise Physiology (MEXP) you’ll have a competitive advantage over other applicants.
Program Outcome
Upon completion of the exercise science program, the student:
- Will be prepared for entry-level employment, relevant professional certifications, or advanced degrees in health-related graduate programs.
- Will be able to appropriately screen prospective clients and select, implement, and interpret health and fitness assessments across various populations and abilities.
- Will be able to appropriately select, design, implement, and modify individualized health and fitness interventions for clients across various populations and abilities.
- Will be able to educate, instruct, and motivate individuals in lifestyle modification in diverse settings across various populations and abilities.
- Will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact and collaborate effectively with professionals and peers.
- Will be able to access, read and interpret scientific research and utilize the scientific inquiry process to collect and analyze appropriate data, interpret results, and present conclusions in suitable oral, written, and technological formats.
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Career Opportunities
Our majors pursue careers in:
- Exercise science
- Exercise psychology
- Strength & Conditioning
- Athletic training
- Corporate Fitness and wellness
- Sport science
- Personal training
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
Types of employers for exercise science graduates:
- Medical and rehabilitation centers
- Sports and fitness centers
- Professional teams and organizations
- Educational institutions
Example job titles of graduates with a bachelor’s degree in exercise science:
- Exercise Physiologist
- Strength & Conditioning coach
- Personal Trainer
- Group Fitness Instructor
- Fitness/Wellness Coordinator
- Recreation leader
- Athletic Coordinator
Our graduates are employed at organizations such as:
- Bellin Health
- Experience Fitness
- Marquette University
- Northwestern University
- NX Level
- Orange Theory
- Prohealthcare
- YMCA
Curriculum
Core Courses
- ESC 100 - Introduction to Exercise Science 2 Hour(s)
- ESC 280 - Exercise Physiology 4 Hour(s)
- ESC 280L - Exercise Physiology Lab 0 Hour(s)
- ESC 300 - Nutrition and Health 4 Hour(s)
- ESC 320 - Exercise Testing and Prescription 4 Hour(s)
- ESC 320L - Exercise Testing & Prescription Lab 0 Hour(s)
- ESC 322 - Kinesiology 4 Hour(s)
- ESC 322L - Kinesiology Lab 0 Hour(s)
- ESC 390 - Strength & Conditioning Theory Across the Lifespan 4 Hour(s)
- ESC 390L - Strength and Conditioning Theory Across the Lifespan Lab 0 Hour(s)
- ESC 420 - Exercise Prescription for Special Populations 4 Hour(s)
- ESC 460 - Exercise Science Capstone 4 Hour(s)
Note regarding ESC 460: If a student in the Exercise Science major is entering a Carroll University graduate program their senior year, ESC460 is not required. However, if a student is not moving on to a graduate program at Carroll University in their senior year, ESC460 is required to fulfill the major.
Required Support Courses
- ANP 130 - Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Hour(s)
- ANP 130L - Intro to Human Anatomy and Phys I Lab 0 Hour(s)
- ANP 140 - Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Hour(s)
- ANP 140L - Intro to Human Anatomy and Phys II Lab 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 101 - General Chemistry 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 101L - General Chemistry Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 102 - Biological Chemistry 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 102L - Biological Chemistry Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CMP 112 - Computational Thinking I 4 Hour(s)
- CMP 114 - Computational Thinking II - Statistical Analysis Emphasis 4 Hour(s)
Bachelor of Science Requirements
The requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree are:
- CMP 112 - Computational Thinking I 4 Hour(s)
and - CMP 114 - Computational Thinking II - Statistical Analysis Emphasis 4 Hour(s)
or - MAT 140 - Calculus and Its Applications 4 Hour(s)
and - CSC 110 - Problem-Solving through Programming 4 Hour(s)
and - ENG 170 - Writing Seminar 4 Hour(s)
- Degree requirements cannot be waived.
Note: Each major may have specific course sequencing requirements. For specific requirements, see “Required Support Courses” within each major
Internships
We help you build real-world experience, explore careers, and network with professionals through internship opportunities. Recent placements include the following companies:
- Wisconsin Athletic Club
- Quad/Graphics Inc.
- YMCA
- Westwood Fitness Center
- Milwaukee Bucks
- The Cooper Institute (Dallas, Texas)
- University of Minnesota
- San Jose State University
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Scholarships and Funding
The University participates in three types of financial aid programs for its International students: scholarships, grants, and employment.
Scholarships
Carroll University offers completive scholarships for international undergraduate students. 100 percent of Carroll University students receive scholarship assistance, which helps them find a balance between studies, work, and extra-curricular activities. Scholarships play a key role in maintaining Carroll's accessibility for all students. On average our international scholarship covers 45-55% of the cost of attendance for full-time undergraduate students.
Grants
Grants are awarded based upon a student’s demonstrated financial need in addition to the guaranteed International scholarship. Like scholarships, grants are considered gift aid that does not need to be repaid.
Student Employment
University employment opportunities allow students to work part-time on campus, earn an hourly wage and receive a monthly paycheck while attending Carroll. Students may work from approximately five to fourteen hours each week. The number of hours a student may work depends upon the student’s financial aid award. International students get awarded an average of $2,000-$2,500 in university employment grants every year.
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