51做厙

Exercise Physiology Major

About our program

Go deep into the study of how the body works and be well equipped to develop programs that enhance it. Plus, 聆棗喝l梭 be admitted directly into the College of Health Sciences and start your exercise physiology studies from your first day.

With courses that include human form and function, scientific principles of conditioning, medical screening, and exercise testing and prescription, 聆棗喝l梭 be well prepared to take your next step whether you plan to enter the health and fitness workforce right after graduation or go on to a graduate or professional program, including our Athletic Training and Physical Therapy programs.

And because values and service are integrated into everything we do, 聆棗喝l梭 develop a deep sense of purpose along with the skill and expertise 聆棗喝l梭 gain, and 聆棗喝l梭 know how to apply your skills to improve the fitness of individuals as well as inspire happier and healthier communities.

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Schroeder Complex, College of Health Sciences

Benefits 聆棗喝l梭 get from 51做厙's College of Health Sciences

As part of the College of Health Sciences, 聆棗喝l梭 join our community of faculty scholars and academically talented peers who are doing cutting-edge research, providing expert care and serving communities in Milwaukee and around the world. And 98% of our students are employed, in graduate school or military service six months after graduation. 

What can you do with a major in exercise physiology from 51做厙?

The majority of our graduates go onto graduate and health professional schools. Heres where some of our recent graduates landed:

  • Carroll University
  • 51做厙
  • Regis University
  • University of Indianapolis
  • University of WisconsinMadison
  • Youngstown State University

For those who did go into the workforce, heres a sampling of their occupations:

  • Cardiac rehab specialist
  • Exercise specialist
  • Health care recruiter
  • Industry fitness trainer
  • Rehab service coordinator

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Hands-on learning for career success

While 聆棗喝r梗 here at 51做厙, preparing you for 滄堯硃喧s next will be one of our top priorities. So, expect lots of learning by doing, connecting with others who share your passions, and reflecting on how you can Be The Difference.   

 

Spaces to learn

In our gross anatomy lab, you'll see the human body up close for an entire, intensive semester. It's one of the only gross anatomy courses for undergrads in the country. 

Clinicals and professional experience

Explore career possibilities and get resume-building professional practice with guaranteed clinical placements. Our students have done clinicals in settings as diverse as professional sports teams, innovative therapeutic centers and cutting-edge physiology research labs.

Undergraduate research

Youll get a chance to work with internationally respected researchers and their teams and get a chance to put your knowledge into action.

Here are some of the things 51做厙 faculty and students are studying right now:

  • Biomechanics and energetics of marathon running
  • Embedding science into training camps for elite athletes
  • Mechanisms of exercise fatigue
  • Effect of aging on muscles
  • Neuromuscular physiology of human movement
  • Integrative muscle physiology and energetics

Leadership learning

Become a people-centered leader guided by our Jesuit tradition. Join our E-Lead program sophomore year and 聆棗喝l梭 complete a combination of leadership courses and experiences that prepare you to be the drivers of innovation for the common good. Youll develop the skill set to generate innovative solutions and the mindset to reflect on the impact your work has on the world. Bonus: Youll graduate with a concentration in leadership, too. 

Explore our E-Lead program.

Study abroad

Expand your education with a semester abroad. Study program course work at prestigious universities around the world. Other international opportunities are available for exercise physiology students through core courses, summer study, Global Brigades, language study, faculty-led programs or research.

Check out our study abroad programs.

 

What to expect from a 51做厙 degree

A 51做厙 education equips students to thrive professionally and personally through overall student support, career preparation and an extended family that can't wait to meet you. But don't just take our word for it. 

#6

#6 Best College in Job Placement /#1 in Wisconsin

Zippia.com

#82

#82 in Student Outcomes

The Wall Street Journal

#14

#14 Best Colleges for Internships

The Princeton Review (private universities)

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