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ONLINE EXERCISE SCIENCE PROGRAM

Americans are increasingly pursuing active lifestyles. According to Forbes, the health and fitness industry is worth $30 billion annually and growing. As interest in human performance, fitness, and health continue to grow, people will turn to exercise professionals for guidance. With ACU’s online Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science program, you’ll study the psychological, structural, physiological, and mechanical aspects of health and human movement activities.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

To approach health holistically, one must understand the many aspects that make up a human being. This degree serves as preparation for an entry-level career in health, wellness, or sports as well as a foundation for graduate school in areas such as aging, athletic training, chiropractics, exercise physiology, human growth, sports management, sport psychology and more.

EXAMPLE COURSEWORK

COMMON JOB TITLES

• Professional Certifications in Health & Human Performance
• Strength and Conditioning for Performance
• Exercise and Special Populations
• Health Psychology

• Exercise Physiologist
• Fitness and Wellness Coordinator
• Fitness Trainer or Instructor
• Coach
• Sports Scout

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Abilene Christian University is among the most affordable Christian universities in the country. Our nationally recognized online degree programs are designed for busy working adults just like you. Balance work and life while you pursue a degree for a career that matters. As a student of ACU Online, a top-ranked Texas university, you are part of a vibrant, virtual, Christ-centered community. 

SPECIAL OFFERS

Abilene Christian University wants to build on the skills and knowledge you already have. If you earned any of the following certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), ACU will apply 3 credit hours per certification toward your Bachelor of Exercise Science degree, a savings of $1,185 per certification.

• Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - 3 hours of course credit
• Certified Sports Nutrition Coach (CSNC) - 3 hours of course credit
• Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) - 3 hours of course credit

New students that begin classes in our Spring II session, beginning March 11, 2025, will be eligible for a scholarship. Please fill out the form to learn more about full award rules and disclaimers.

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for admission, students must:

• Submit official high school and/or college transcripts.
• Complete the online program application accompanied by a non-refundable processing fee.

Students are not required to submit ACT or SAT test scores.

Graduation Requirements: Students must earn a 2.0 GPA or higher to meet graduation requirements and complete at least 33 advanced hours.

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