Starkville,
MS,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Kinesiology - Exercise Physiology in Mississippi State United States | Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University
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Mississippi State United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,487
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Exercise physiology fundamentally draws from core scientific disciplines: anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and biology, aiming to comprehend how different biological components—from cells to entire organ systems—react to physical exertion and training. Research in this field often focuses on peak athletic performance, as seen in elite competitors, as well as physiological changes in people managing chronic health conditions. This discipline maintains a holistic approach, investigating how the dysfunction or improvement of one bodily system affects others. It also explores environmental factors like temperature extremes, humidity, and high altitude that constrain physical performance. Mississippi State University's exercise physiology curriculum equips students for professional roles in fitness facilities, medical rehabilitation settings, educational institutions, and research environments. The program also provides a foundation for pursuing doctoral-level graduate studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The following items are required in applying to master's degree programs in the Department of Kinesiology:
A completed MSU Graduate School application form
Official transcripts from all institutions attended since high school
Three professional letters of recommendation. While these letters can come from different sources, it is imperative that at least two of these letters are written by individuals that can specifically comment about the applicant's academic ability, such as former professors or instructors. These letters should speak directly about the ability of the applicant to be successful in the graduate program that the applicant is applying for. Failure to provide two recommendation letters from academic sources can delay the review process.
A written statement of purpose, which should highlight the applicant's qualifications, abilities, and academic/professional background, the statement should reflect a strong sense of career direction relevant to the program the applicant is seeking to enter.
A resume/curriculum vitae
TOEFL or IELTS scores (only required for international applicants whose native language is not English, refer to the MSU Graduate Catalog for specific English language test score requirements).
The admissions process is competitive. Positions within the programs are limited, and more individuals may apply than are able to be accepted. Competitive applicants will usually have a GPA of 3.0 or better in their final 60 undergraduate hours, and an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better.
An international student applying for admission must score a minimum of 550 PBT (79 iBT) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a minimum of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) in addition to meeting all other admission criteria.
A completed MSU Graduate School application form
Official transcripts from all institutions attended since high school
Three professional letters of recommendation. While these letters can come from different sources, it is imperative that at least two of these letters are written by individuals that can specifically comment about the applicant's academic ability, such as former professors or instructors. These letters should speak directly about the ability of the applicant to be successful in the graduate program that the applicant is applying for. Failure to provide two recommendation letters from academic sources can delay the review process.
A written statement of purpose, which should highlight the applicant's qualifications, abilities, and academic/professional background, the statement should reflect a strong sense of career direction relevant to the program the applicant is seeking to enter.
A resume/curriculum vitae
TOEFL or IELTS scores (only required for international applicants whose native language is not English, refer to the MSU Graduate Catalog for specific English language test score requirements).
The admissions process is competitive. Positions within the programs are limited, and more individuals may apply than are able to be accepted. Competitive applicants will usually have a GPA of 3.0 or better in their final 60 undergraduate hours, and an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better.
An international student applying for admission must score a minimum of 550 PBT (79 iBT) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a minimum of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) in addition to meeting all other admission criteria.
Tuition
USD
27,487