Exercise Science (BS)

At SIUE, the exercise science program combines coursework in both the basic sciences and exercise sciences, along with real-world internships to ensure our students are prepared to excel in a variety of professional health and fitness settings. The program is based upon the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) professional certifications. Our students develop a solid academic foundation and have the opportunity to develop the skills and abilities that are critical in the growing fields of health, fitness, medicine, and physical and occupational rehabilitation. Students will typically need four academic years to complete all general education and major requirements. The fast-track three-year exercise science undergraduate program is offered for highly motivated students. Through the fast-track program, general education and major requirements can be completed in three years. The direct admit exercise science undergraduate program allows students to declare the exercise science major and enter the program in the first year of their undergraduate studies. The exercise science program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), as well as the Committee on Accreditation for the Exercise Sciences (CoAES) and is the only accredited program in the state of Illinois.

Students seeking a bachelor’s degree from SIUE who have never attended a college or university, and those who may have taken some coursework at a college or university outside the U.S. but do not currently hold a bachelor’s degree must submit official records showing grades for all years of secondary/high school AND official exam results or certificate/diploma. Applicants who have attempted at least 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of college-level transfer credit (either from the U.S. or abroad) are not required to provide secondary school records.