College Station,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Kinesiology - Exercise Physiology in College Station United States | Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University
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College Station United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
17,346
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Our doctoral program in Kinesiology, specializing in Exercise Physiology, equips students to perform both fundamental and practical research in this field.
The program prepares graduates for academic roles, industry careers, military service, and research institution positions. Admission requires sponsorship from a graduate faculty member.
The applied program focuses on these key areas:
Neuromuscular function and coordination
Cardiovascular and respiratory adaptations during physical activity
Physical exertion's impact on lipid processing
Exercise-induced modifications in bone composition and metabolic processes
Effects of inactivity, prolonged bed rest, and low-gravity environments
Core research concentrations include:
Causes of physical activity-related tissue damage
Optimization of neuromuscular performance
Muscle biochemistry and oxidative stress responses
Genetic aspects of bone remodeling under mechanical stress
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
You are an international graduate applicant if you:
are not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States (or applicant for permanent residency)
AND
you have not graduated from a Texas high school after three years in residence in Texas
AND
hold a bachelor’s or professional degree (or equivalent)
English proficiency can also be demonstrated by:
Minimum TOEFL i-BT score of 80 (in person or Home Edition) from a test date within two years (Texas A&M University does not accept the MyBest TOEFL score), or
Minimum TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5, or
Minimum IELTS Academic test score of 6.0 overall band (Texas A&M University does not accept the IELTS General test), or
GRE Verbal Reasoning score of at least 146 (subject to departmental approval), or
GMAT Verbal Score of at least 22 (subject to departmental approval), or
Acquiring alternative verification during the admission process from the Graduate and Professional School via a departmental request.
Deadlines for priority review (PhD applicants):
SUMMER (JUNE) / FALL (SEPTEMBER) START: DECEMBER 15
Tuition
USD
17,346