M.S. in Exercise Science

Help Others Maintain Their Health

Thanks to a combination of theoretical inquiry and practical application, CSP’s master’s in exercise science gives you the skills and knowledge to advance your career in exercise science while helping people advance their health and fitness. The program encompasses high-level skills in strength and conditioning, coaching, health and wellness, clinical practice, and rehabilitation.

The online exercise science degree takes place in a 100% online, synchronous format. Throughout seven-week course terms, you’ll simply log into class at specific times to participate in conversations with your classmates and professors. You can complete coursework when it fits your schedule.

Program Outcomes

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of exercise principles, strength and conditioning concepts, and nutritional influences on the body’s physiological adaptation to exercise.
• Differentiate between various research methodologies and their appropriate use within the exercise science industry.
• Gain the necessary skills to conduct safe exercise testing and create exercise prescriptions focused on health, disease prevention, and chronic disease management.
• Demonstrate knowledge on the application of psychological approaches to working with individuals in an exercise and sport capacity.
• Develop the ability to synthesize scientific-based learning in current exercise science topics and communicate effectively through discussion, written work, and oral presentations.
• Prepare for employment opportunities in the field of exercise science in public, private, and corporate settings.
• Proactively apply knowledge in a real world setting, integrating ethical standards and appreciation of population diversity.

Graduate Outcomes

95%

95% of CSP graduates receive job offers within one year of graduation, according to the First Destinations survey administered by Concordia University, St. Paul.

44%

CSP graduates earn 44% more than the national average, according to the graduate earning data source at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/.

Admissions Requirements

To apply for the online master’s in exercise science from Concordia University, St. Paul, you’ll need:

• A completed online application.
• Submit official transcripts from a regionally accredited institution stating the conferral of a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 system.
• A personal statement.
• Access to a computer that meets Concordia’s technology requirements.

Faculty

You’ll have support from expert faculty members at CSP, who will be there to answer your questions and guide you throughout your online M.S. in Exercise Science program. It’s yet another way that the online format mimics the experience of studying at campus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are you interested in one of Concordia’s online programs? Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about time to completion, accreditation, tuition and fees, admissions, and more. If applicable, you can also learn more about licensure, concentrations, or specializations offered in the program. Get more information about any online program or contact an enrollment counselor at (855) 641-2525 with further questions.