PhD Exercise Science at University of South Carolina

Programme overview

Join our mentor-based doctoral program that's ranked No. 1 in the nation and committed to advancing an increasingly valued discipline within public health, the medical community and even high-performance environments. Prepare for a position in higher education, research institutes, clinical settings and more within the exercise science discipline of public health.

Faculty: Arnold School of Public Health | Department: Exercise Science | Study mode: full-time | Location: Columbia, SC, United States

What you will study

Coursework in exercise science, statistics and research design provides a solid foundation in advanced research methods. The department's research labs further enhance training within the areas of specialization. Students will demonstrate a mastery of research within their specialization and be able to communicate their findings effectively.

Career pathways

Potential careers include Researcher, Faculty.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admissions (University of South Carolina Academic Bulletin): Applicants for the program must have an earned baccalaureate degree in exercise science or related discipline from an accredited institution Grade point average of 3.00/4.00 or higher GRE scores (optional) For international applicants, a satisfactory score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 80 internet-based, 230 computer-based, or 570 paper-based - or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Course Type 2 exam - minimum overall band score of 6.5. This requirement may be waived for applicants that have earned a prior degree from a US institution. Identification of a Ph.D. mentor

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 applications are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer terms; Fall applications open the prior September, Spring applications open in January and Summer applications open in May.

The graduate application fee is $50 per primary application, reinstated effective August 1, 2026. Deadlines are programme-specific and listed per programme on the Degree Programs and Application Requirements pages.

Apply through the official page: https://www.sc.edu/admissions-at-sc/applications/index.php

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