Bachelor in Exercise Science and Kinesiology (Bachelor's)

Stetson University brings together the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Music and College of Law, with more than 100 academic programs across these schools. Areas of study include health sciences, psychology, digital arts, biology, communication and media studies, education, computer science, political science, accounting and finance. The university’s legal education is especially associated with trial advocacy and legal writing. Undergraduate teaching is supported by an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

The main undergraduate campus is in DeLand, Florida. Students can explore award-winning downtown DeLand and other Central Florida destinations, while Stetson’s Gulfport campus is home to Stetson Law. Campus life includes more than 100 student organizations, intramural and club sports, Greek chapters and 20 NCAA Division I teams. Residential living forms a significant part of the undergraduate experience, with a three-year residency requirement and housing options ranging from traditional shared rooms to suite-style and apartment living.

International students join a community that includes students from more than 56 countries. Stetson provides an International Admissions pathway for applicants from abroad, with first-year, transfer and graduate routes available. Students should plan carefully for campus housing: fall applications open in November, and the priority deadline for new students is April 1. The university also promotes scholarships, financial aid and immersive honors opportunities for eligible students.

Graduates are prepared to pursue advanced study in kinesiology or related health fields. The programme focuses on prevention and treatment of chronic disease through exercise and physical activity. Students engage in coursework in biology, chemistry, physiology, and public health. The curriculum supports entry into graduate programmes with an emphasis on research and applied practice.

Focus areas include chronic disease prevention, exercise physiology, biomechanics, public health, therapeutic exercise, research in physical activity.

The Health Science major with a Kinesiology/Exercise Science interest requires 32 units of coursework. This includes core prerequisites, electives in chemistry and public health, and a junior seminar. The programme is designed to meet requirements for graduate study.

Graduates pursue advanced degrees in kinesiology, exercise science, public health, or related research fields.

Students apply directly to the programme of choice. Required courses include introductory biology, anatomy & physiology, general chemistry, and general education requirements. A background in organic chemistry and calculus is recommended for competitive graduate applications.

The programme totals about 32 credit hours. on-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 86% of applicants.