Master of Science in Kinesiology

Our MS in Kinesiology program offers a flexible, interdisciplinary education that integrates human performance science with data science. With two tracks, students gain hands-on experience and graduate prepared for impactful careers in sport science, health and sport analytics or advanced research. Seattle University’s Master of Science in Kinesiology program delivers a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary education that integrates the mechanical, physiological and behavioral aspects of human performance with the power of data science. Designed to empower the next generation of leaders, this dynamic program blends lectures, labs, seminars, independent study and mentored research to equip students for impactful careers across a wide range of data-driven industries. This hybrid-format program offers flexibility for working professionals and those outside the Seattle area. With only three courses requiring on-campus attendance twice per quarter, you can pursue your degree from wherever you are while gaining hands-on experience that directly supports your career goals. Whether your goal is to influence elite sport performance, optimize outcomes or pursue advanced data research, Seattle University’s Kinesiology program offers two distinct academic tracks to match your aspirations: Data in Performance Science Track, Research in Performance and Movement Science Track. Our program combines human performance science with data science. Designed for students interested in sport performance, health analytics and research, the program offers two tracks to align with individual career goals. Through a flexible hybrid format, students gain hands-on experience in biomechanics, physiology and data analysis while completing a capstone or thesis project that applies scientific knowledge to real-world challenges.

Bachelor’s degree or higher: Evidence of a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Minimum of 3.00 GPA - Applicants with less than a 3.00 GPA might be considered for probationary admission and can submit an additional GPA explanation statement. Applicants with a non-graded bachelor's degree are required to submit a GRE/GMAT test score.