Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Kinesiology (Exercise Psychology) in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
|
Athens United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Engage in comprehensive research and innovative studies examining the body's reactions to physical activity, while exploring methods to promote consistent exercise and movement throughout life through a PhD in Kinesiology with an exercise physiology focus. Collaborate with distinguished faculty in our state-of-the-art labs to finalize your dissertation and equip yourself for research-driven roles in academic, governmental, or corporate environments. This three- to four-year program is designed for individuals holding a master's degree.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Candidates with only a bachelor's degree if they meet the following formula: undergraduate GPA x 1000 x GRE verbal + GRE quantitative = 4300. You should also have a background in behavioral and biological sciences including biopsychology, chemistry, biology, and physiology.
Admission to the program is competitive and considers a number of factors. We give preference to students with strong backgrounds in biopsychology and exercise science who have interests compatible with our ongoing research. At a minimum, you must have:
A GRE score of 1000
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0
A graduate GPA of 3.5
International students must score at least 213 on the Internet Based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Prospective Graduate Student Application Checklist
The following should be uploaded to the Graduate School's application:
Unofficial transcripts from each institution of higher education attended
Statement of Purpose
Statement of Purpose should summarize your career goals and how the degree program would help you attain those identified goals.
If applying to a MS-thesis or PhD program, ensure you describe your research interests and how your interests fit with a specific faculty member within the Department of Kinesiology.
A CV or resume
Contact information for three references
Official GRE scores (MS thesis and Ph.D. applicants only)
Scores can be sent to UGA's Graduate School as a designated score recipient using code 5813.
Admission to the program is competitive and considers a number of factors. We give preference to students with strong backgrounds in biopsychology and exercise science who have interests compatible with our ongoing research. At a minimum, you must have:
A GRE score of 1000
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0
A graduate GPA of 3.5
International students must score at least 213 on the Internet Based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Prospective Graduate Student Application Checklist
The following should be uploaded to the Graduate School's application:
Unofficial transcripts from each institution of higher education attended
Statement of Purpose
Statement of Purpose should summarize your career goals and how the degree program would help you attain those identified goals.
If applying to a MS-thesis or PhD program, ensure you describe your research interests and how your interests fit with a specific faculty member within the Department of Kinesiology.
A CV or resume
Contact information for three references
Official GRE scores (MS thesis and Ph.D. applicants only)
Scores can be sent to UGA's Graduate School as a designated score recipient using code 5813.
Tuition
USD
24,630