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MS the Field of Exercise Science at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

The MS in exercise science provides graduate-level academic instruction in the science, theory, and application of exercise science. The program prepares students to apply their learning to improving human health, athletic performance, and the prevention of inactivity-related chronic health conditions and disorders. Students are rigorously trained in the methodology of exercise research and innovative thinking to advance knowledge that can be translated into real-world health applications.

Faculty: Milken Institute School of Public Health  |  Department: Exercise and Nutrition Sciences  |  Duration: 6 credits  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

13 to 16 credits in elective courses. Examples of pre-approved electives can be found in the program guide available from the School of Public Health. Electives should be selected in consultation with the academic advisor.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are made through the Milken Institute School of Public Health graduate admissions office; programme-specific requirements are published on the college application requirements page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Offers of admission are valid for the semester stated in the admission letter; most graduate programmes use rolling admissions, and some review applications collectively after the deadline.

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school. Processing usually takes four to six weeks.

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