Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science and Nutrition

This unique major provides an excellent overview of both exercise science and nutrition. It is an ideal choice for students who want to deepen their knowledge of fitness and wellness. Exercise science and nutrition graduates are well-suited to work in health clubs, corporate or community wellness programs, or as wellness entrepreneurs.  This major is also excellent preparation for graduate studies in exercise physiology, sports medicine, public health, and many other health sciences. 

This program includes fundamental courses from both the exercise and sport science and nutrition science curriculums. Some courses in this program also prepare students for additional nationally recognized certifications. For example, Exercise Testing and Prescription prepares students to sit for the American College of Sports Medicine Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) exam. 

Exercise science and nutrition majors will have access to a wide range of potential internship sites. Students work with their advisors to develop required internships that meet their career goals. Internship experiences include fitness centers, corporate fitness organizations, and school nutrition programs, just to name a few.