Physical Education with Specialization in Exercise Science M.S.

Program Rationale:

Graduates of the M.S. in Physical Education with a specialization in Exercise Science are expected to gain/enhance knowledge and applied skills needed for the professions of certified (State of Connecticut licensed) athletic trainers, certified strength and conditioning specialists, and certified health fitness specialists.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Students in the program are expected to:

• interpret and determine appropriate application of any one or combination of the following theories to their professions: biomechanical, physiological, psychological, and sociological
• read and interpret research and apply significant findings to their professions

Admissions Requirements:

An undergraduate program in exercise science or related field is preferred for admission to the master’s degree program. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education. Applicants must also have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.70, preferably a 3.00 on a 4.00 point scale (where A is 4.00).

The admissions application, application fee, and official transcripts from each college and university attended (except Central Connecticut State University) must be submitted to the Graduate Recruitment and Admissions Office. Additionally, a letter of application and two academic letters of recommendation must be submitted for admissions. A word-processed letter of application must demonstrate a command of the English language and include detailed reasons for wishing to pursue graduate study in exercise science. At least one of the two academic letters of recommendation must come from a former instructor who can attest to the applicant's preparedness for graduate study in exercise science. An interview with exercise science graduate faculty will be required for admissions. Instructions for uploading the letter of application, and for obtaining and submitting the letters of recommendation, will be found within the online application.

Application deadlines for the MS in Physical Education with a specialization in Exercise Science include:

Fall Semester - Deadline is May 1

Spring Semester - Deadline is November 1

Summer Term - Deadline is March 1*

*The program starts in summer session of even years. Application Deadline is March 1 of even numbered years (March 1, 2016 for the 2016 cohort, etc).