Potential Careers
- Physical Therapist
- Occupational Therapist
- Athletic Trainer
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Personal Trainer
- Sports Nutritionist
- Physician Assistant
B.S. in Exercise Science & Wellness
Exercise Science & Wellness is a four-year, Bachelor of Science program which educates students on the role of exercise in health and wellness. Our students select between a Clinical concentration and a Human Performance concentration to receive focused, specialized preparation for the diverse careers in the fields of exercise, health, and medicine. The ESW program provides for practicum and observation opportunities, and emphasizes practical, hands-on experience in coursework. Our faculty are committed to providing a first-rate education, and offering career guidance throughout the academic program.
Median Annual Salary
|
Physical Therapist |
$101,020 |
|
Occupational Therapist |
$98,340 |
|
Athletic Trainer |
$60,250 |
|
Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist |
$55,289 |
|
Strength and Conditioning Coach |
$50,280 |
|
Personal Trainer |
$46,180 |
|
Sports Nutritionist |
$73,850 |
|
Physician Assistant |
$133,260 |
|
Exercise Physiologist |
$58,160 |
*Median annual salaries are from The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Additional Facts
- Minor Available
- Our program is highly successful in placing students into DPT and OTD graduate programs
- Students are equipped with the tools, choices, and flexibility to explore and shape their own career paths in Excericse Science & Wellness
- The Human Performance Laboratory allows students to experience several world-class pieces of equipment