Kinesiology, Ph.D. at Georgia State University

Programme overview

Attainment of a doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degree ranks among the most respected accomplishments in any field. Our fully equipped labs offer our students opportunities to explore different areas of Kinesiology and put their learning into practice.

Faculty: College of Education & Human Development | Department: Kinesiology and Health | Duration: Most concentrations include a minimum of 61 semester hours with the exception of Psychology of Physical Activity (63 semester hours) and Rehabilitation Science (49 semester hours). | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall: May 1 – Priority deadline February 1 Spring: October 15 Summer: January 15 | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

For up-to-date curriculum requirements, please visit the catalog.

Career pathways

The Ph.D. in Kinesiology prepares students for research and teaching careers at colleges and universities and health, physiological performance, rehabilitative science, sport management and related fields. Attainment of a doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degree ranks among the most respected accomplishments in any field.

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Application information

Entry requirements

When applying to the Kinesiology Ph.D. program, you must submit several documents for review. Online Application Application Fee of $50 Goals Statement (upload with the application) Briefly discuss why you are applying to the doctoral program in kinesiology at Georgia State University, including, but not limited to, your motivation for pursing an advanced research degree, your research interests and experience, and your career goals. Because it is important to identify a faculty member in your discipline whose research interests align with yours, also be sure to indicate whether you have had direct discussions with specific faculty member(s). Resume (upload with the application) Writing Sample (upload with the application) Two Letters of Recommendation (upload with the application) Official Transcript: Graduate degree required for admission. Submit official transcripts with earned bachelor’s degree and master’s degree either electronically to [email protected] or by mailing directly to Georgia State University, Office of Graduate Admissions, P.O. Box 4018, Atlanta, GA 30302.

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.

Graduate programmes (degree, certificate, non-degree and transient): $50 non-refundable application fee; Executive Doctorate in Business Administration: $100. Deadlines vary by college and programme.

Apply through the official page: https://education.gsu.edu/admissions/graduate/

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