DeKalb,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Kinesiology and Physical Education in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The doctoral program in kinesiology and physical education is perfect for those pursuing academic careers focused on teaching, research, service, and leadership within specialized fields. Key features include one-on-one guidance from distinguished faculty and a flexible curriculum that lets students shape their own academic path, with options like adapted physical education, athletic training, biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor control, sport pedagogy, sport psychology, or sports management. This Ph.D. program equips graduates for university roles that combine teaching, research, service, and leadership in chosen specializations. Building upon master's-level practical skills, the curriculum fosters the fusion of theoretical knowledge and applied abilities to support groundbreaking research initiatives.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission to the doctoral program requires a master's degree in one of the specialization areas of kinesiology and physical education, which includes, but is not limited to, adapted physical education, athletic training, exercise physiology, pedagogy, sport and exercise psychology, and sport management.
Required application materials include a(n):
(1) official report of GRE Scores
(2) official or student copies of transcripts
(3) personal statement regarding the student's academic and career goals
(4) current resume or vita
(5) three letters of recommendation
(6) writing sample.
In addition to the aforementioned application materials, a student must identify a graduate faculty member in the kinesiology and physical education department with whom to work, obtain a letter/memo of support of the faculty member's willingness to serve as the student's doctoral advisor, and participate in a personal interview with the doctoral admissions committee.
An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOELF ibt. Admission to the doctoral program requires a master's degree in either instructional technology or another discipline acceptable to the admissions committee. A minimum 2.75 overall GPA on a 4.00 system or a 3.20 GPA with 15 or more semester hours of graduate work at an accredited institution.
Required application materials include a(n):
(1) official report of GRE Scores
(2) official or student copies of transcripts
(3) personal statement regarding the student's academic and career goals
(4) current resume or vita
(5) three letters of recommendation
(6) writing sample.
In addition to the aforementioned application materials, a student must identify a graduate faculty member in the kinesiology and physical education department with whom to work, obtain a letter/memo of support of the faculty member's willingness to serve as the student's doctoral advisor, and participate in a personal interview with the doctoral admissions committee.
An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOELF ibt. Admission to the doctoral program requires a master's degree in either instructional technology or another discipline acceptable to the admissions committee. A minimum 2.75 overall GPA on a 4.00 system or a 3.20 GPA with 15 or more semester hours of graduate work at an accredited institution.
Tuition
USD
18,180