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Graduate School
West Quad, Room 100
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306

Phone: 866-285-GRAD (toll-free)
or 765-285-1297
Fax: 765-285-1328
E-mail: gradschool@bsu.edu

Exercise Science

A master of arts or master of science in exercise science provides a variety of areas for specialization, including

The various programs within the School of Physical Education, Sport, and Exercise Science seek to build on your general knowledge as well as emphasize specialization and offer many hands-on opportunities for you to hone your skills. Whatever area you choose, you’ll benefit from top-notch faculty and our excellent on-campus facilities

Apply today to the Graduate School and the School of Physical Education, Sport, and Exercise Science. Learn how to defray tuition costs by becoming a graduate assistant or check out other options to pay for grad school.

More information about the specialization areas is available below. You may also contact the School of Physical Education, Sport, and Exercise Science graduate coordinator David Pearsen, 765-285-1141.

Biomechanics
When you pursue a master of science in biomechanics you will be able to take advantage of our state-of-the-art Biomechanics Laboratory. You will have the opportunity to study the mechanical and neuromuscular characteristics of human movement. You will also have the opportunity to work in both rehabilitation and sport performance settings. The Biomechanics Laboratory is fully equipped with multiple motion capture systems (Vicon), force plates, accelerometers, and electromyography systems. Learn more.
 
To receive program information and/or application materials, contact Lois Kosisko-Lombardi, the administrative coordinator for exercise science, 765-285-1158.

Clinical Exercise Physiology 
Gain valuable hands-on experience when you complete a master of science or master of arts in clinical exercise physiology. Our program prepares you for a career in leading preventive and rehabilitation exercise programs and offers extensive training opportunities in the on-campus laboratory facilities as well as Muncie’s Ball Memorial Hospital. Learn more.

To receive program information and/or application materials, contact Lois Kosisko-Lombardi, the administrative coordinator for exercise science, 765-285-1158.

Exercise Physiology
If you’re interested in testing the limits of human performance and researching the impact aging, space flight, and diseases such as diabetes can have on the body’s performance, our master of science program in exercise physiology is for you. How are carbohydrates metabolized? What’s the proper fluid balance in athletes for peak performance? How can too much training affect runners? Our exercise physiology program has sought answers to these issues and more. You’ll be able to gain hands-on experience and learn in our nationally renowned Human Performance Lab. Learn more.

To receive program information and/or application materials, contact Lois Kosisko-Lombardi, the administrative coordinator for exercise science, 765-285-1158.

Sports Performance
If you’re interested in developing your coaching and conditioning skills for athletes, our master of arts or master of science program in sports performance is right for you. You’ll gain a background in the application of strength and conditioning to support competition and rehabilitation. You’ll be able to take advantage of on-campus and off-campus internship opportunities, and when you complete your degree you’ll be ready for the certification exams of the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Learn more.

To receive program information and/or application materials, contact Lois Kosisko-Lombardi, the administrative coordinator for exercise science, 765-285-1158.