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Bachelor's in Exercise Science

If you have a passion for helping people heal from injury or achieve new heights in their athletic ability, the BS in Exercise Science at Indiana Wesleyan University should be in your future. With this comprehensive exercise science major, you can benefit from course topics focused on exercise, nutrition, and spiritual health. At our Christian university, you can learn how to integrate biblical principles into your career in this exciting and rewarding field. Upon completion, you can move into a graduate-level program in a specialized area.

Why Pursue My BS in Exercise Science at IWU?

There are several benefits to pursuing your BS in Exercise Science at IWU. This accredited degree program is taught by faculty with experience working as practitioners in this dynamic field. We also provide a full system of student services, including tutoring and tech support, to help you succeed in your education. Students learn from expert faculty who will become mentors in the faith, integrating classroom learning with biblical truths for a Christ-centered environment that encourages spiritual growth.

What Will I Learn in this BS in Exercise Science Program?

The courses in this Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science are designed to help students gain the foundation skills and specialized knowledge to pursue careers in a wide variety of roles. The student experience goes beyond traditional classroom learning and offers 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. This approach helps ensure that our graduates have experience with current laboratory measurement techniques.  

What Makes IWU Different?

Education Pioneer

IWU has provided education for more than 100 years.

Rooted in Christ

Faith-integrated curriculum and a commitment to changing the world.

Superior Support

Center for Student Success for counseling, tutoring, and more!

Tuition & Fees

IWU surpasses the national averages in a number of important educational benchmarks, including, but not limited to: higher than average graduation and career outcome rates. Plus, compared to the national average, IWU students receive their education with lower than average student debt!

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What You'll Study

Coursework for this Bachelor of Science in exercise science major covers how to:

  • Understand and be able to communicate the benefits of physical fitness and exercise, fitness evaluation, exercise physiology,  kinesiology and biomechanics, psychology, and nutrition
  • Implement physiology-based testing protocols and fitness evaluations performed in clinical and field settings
  • Create health promotion and wellness programs based on various wellness components, including lifestyle, spirituality, nutrition, cardiovascular health, exercise fitness, and mental wholeness.
  • Prepare for post-graduation plans in the field of exercise science and the transition to life after undergraduate studies

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Courses in this Program

These courses contain the program-specific knowledge. Upon completion, you should have the tools to conquer your new career with confidence. For a full list of courses and prerequisites required to complete your degree, please visit the course catalog. Click on a course below to view the description.

BIO-112,BIO-112L,CHE-120,CHE-120L,CHE-125,CHE-125L,EXS-170,EXS-264,EXS-286,PHE-352,PHE-365,EXS-370,EXS-370L,EXS-374,EXS-374L,EXS-379,EXS-380,EXS-383,PHE-413,EXS-415,EXS-431,EXS-440,EXS-483,EXS-485,EXS-486,EXS-487

After Graduation

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Potential Careers

  • Personal Training and Fitness
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach
  • Company Wellness Facilities
  • Health Promotion and Wellness
  • Medical Device or Pharmacology Sales
  • Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehabilitation
  • Graduate school (for various allied health professions)


Work in Various Industries

  • Industry

Program Requirements

Prerequisites for admission to the Exercise Science Program:

First-time freshmen:
  1. Complete EXS 170, BIO 111/111L, BIO 112/112L, and PHE 101
  2. Achieve sophomore status
  3. Minimum major GPA 2.50, and cumulative GPA 2.50
Transfer and all other students:
  1. Enroll, and complete, 7 credits in IWU Exercise Science major
  2. Achieve sophomore status
  3. Minimum major GPA 2.75, and cumulative GPA 2.50
  1. Pass all major courses
  2. Major GPA of 2.75, higher
  3. Cumulative GPA of 2.50, or higher
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Accreditation
  1. Pass all major courses
  2. Major GPA of 2.75, higher
  3. Cumulative GPA of 2.50, or higher

Take the Next Step

Discover the way ahead and pursue a world of opportunity in the field of exercise science. Learn more about the BS in Exercise Science at IWU!

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