Everyone is aware of the decline in physical activity and the obesity epidemic in the United States of America. So what can you do to help change this problem and impact the world for the better?
A Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from Indiana Wesleyan University boosts your knowledge about exercise, nutrition, and spiritual health. This holistic approach to wellness that Exercise Science majors learn brings book knowledge to life, making profound improvements in others' lives immediately through professions like cardiac rehabilitation, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, exercise physiology, and more. A degree in Exercise Science can be a stepping stone to pursue a graduate-level degree required for some career paths like physical or occupational therapy, physician's assistant, etc. or to start a career in Athletic Training.
Your learning experience at IWU will take you far beyond the classroom by utilizing hands-on experiences in IWU's Human Performance Lab which is equipped with a metabolic cart, ECG system, Biopac EMG System, Bod Pod, Monark bikes, Kistler force plate, and other pieces of equipment to ensure that our graduates have experience with current laboratory measurement techniques.
By committing to changing the world with Christ-like kindness, our graduates go a step beyond achieving success; they feel fulfilled. The holistic approach that Exercise Science majors learn combines knowledge of spiritual health.
Exercise Science is an accredited program through CAAHEP, which offers one-on-one advising to help ensure that you are taking the right courses to prepare you for whichever area of exercise science most interests you. Whether you are going straight into the exercise science profession or planning to go on to a graduate program, IWU's Exercise Science major can prepare you for success.
CAAHEP is the largest programmatic accreditor in the health sciences field. In collaboration with its Committees on Accreditation (COAES), CAAHEP reviews and accredits over 2000 programs in twenty-eight (28) health science occupations (caahep.org). Our program is accredited through March 16, 2028.
CAAHEP
25400 US Highway 19 N, Suite 158,
Clearwater, FL 33763
Faculty
At Indiana Wesleyan University, our Exercise Science program is designed to offer a Christ-centered approach to improving your knowledge and application as you prepare for graduate school and other careers. Our faculty members are recognized leaders in the field by ACSM, NSCA, and NATA; many faculty currently practice the trade, conduct research, and contribute to scholarly literature.
Meet The HHP FacultyIWU Exercise Science Student Pass Rates on Certification Examinations and Graduate Placement
|
Graduate Placement |
2019-2020 |
2020-2021 |
2021-2022 |
2022-2023 |
Last 4 years aggregate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Number of graduates from program |
21 |
16 |
20 |
25 |
82 |
|
Number of graduates employed in the field within 1 year of graduation |
9 |
5 |
7 |
6 |
27 |
|
Number of graduates continuing education |
11 |
10 |
11 |
17 |
49 |
|
Percentage of placement |
95% |
93% |
90% |
92% |
92% |
|
Certification Exams |
|||||
|
Number of graduates who challenged a certification exam |
6 |
3 |
2 |
5 |
16 |
|
Number of graduates who passed a certification exam |
6 |
2 |
2 |
5 |
15 |
|
Percentage of students who passed a certification exam |
100% |
67% |
100% |
100% |
93% |
FAQ's
Many exercise science occupations are characterized by very competitive fields. Several career paths in exercise science require experience or observation hours as well as a minimum 3.0 grade point average prior to consideration for acceptance. Shadowing opportunities are a great way to increase practical experience and gain a sense for what a particular exercise science field entails.
The Excercise Science program at IWU helps students complete prerequisite courses, meaning required for entry, for most graduate programs; these prerequisites often include biology, chemistry, physics, statistics, and psychology. It is important to note that requirements will vary by graduate school so students ought to research to ensure the essential classes are completed on time. For additional assistance, the graduate school of choice should have a website helpful in offering further information.
If you are considering schools that offer an exercise science degree in Indiana, you should take a good look at IWU. We are a Christian university that offers a variety of Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral programs. Contact us at 866-GO-TO-IWU for more information about any of our degree completion and other adult education programs.
Career Paths
A graduate-level degree, beyond this program, may be required to pursue some of the careers listed.
Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab
Biomechanics
Athletic Trainer
Nutritionist / Registered Dietician
Occupational Therapist
Physical Therapist
Physician’s Assistant
Researcher
Kinesiotherapist
Personal Trainer
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Corporate / Adult Fitness
Wellness Centers / Health Agencies
Fitness Leadership
Group Exercise Instructor
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Courses
One of the best ways to discover a degree program is to check out the course listings. Preview the courses for Exercise Science at Indiana Wesleyan University using the course catalog.
