Dec 04, 2024  
2024-25 University Catalog 
    
2024-25 University Catalog

Kinesiology (Online), MS


Master of Science in Kinesiology


ATSU-CGHS School Information and Policies   

Length of Program

Tuition and Fees

Courses: Descriptions and Credit Values


The Master of Science in Kinesiology (MSK) degree is a cutting-edge, post-professional degree program designed to assist practicing health and fitness professionals in the development of comprehensive knowledge of human movement science, functional anatomy, physiology and kinesiology, as well as functional assessment, exercise program design, program adherence and lifestyle change.

Students pursuing the MSK degree will choose one of the five specialty concentrations based on his or her unique interests and aptitudes: Adaptive Sports, Sports Conditioning, Exercise and Sport Psychology, Functional Fitness for Older Adults, Corrective Exercise & Orthopedic Rehabilitation, or Sport Science. A dual-concentration option is available, allowing students to enroll in two of the specialty concentrations.

Consisting of a four-day residency in Mesa, AZ, location of ATSU’s Arizona campus, the Summer Institute is a unique and valuable opportunity to perform hands-on, cutting-edge work and learn the latest concepts and methodologies from industry experts.

Length of Program

The Master of Science in Kinesiology program consists of 14 courses, or 42 credit hours, of study (15 courses, or 45 credit hours, with a dual concentration option), including a week-long conference at the Summer Institute.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees are billed by the semester at the per-credit-hour rate and are due the first week of class. Rates are subject to change each academic year for all enrolled students. Delinquent tuition penalties accrue at 1.5 percent per month, which is 18 percent per year.

For ATSU programs approved to certify for Title IV funding, a Cost of Attendance (COA) is available which provides estimated amounts for direct and indirect expenses for a period of enrollment. 

Tuition Student Technology Fee
$612 per credit hour $40 per credit hour

Courses

Descriptions and Credit Values


A typical course schedule consists of the following. Additional course options may be available and listed below under Other Courses.

Year 2


Specialized Concentrations and Courses


Corrective Exercise & Orthopedic Rehabilitation Concentration

Dual Concentration Option

Students pursuing the dual concentration option will not take the Advanced Fitness Nutrition, Current Topics in Human Movement Science, or Advanced Exercise Prescription courses. Instead, they will enroll in two of the specialized concentration series of courses. This will result in a total of 45 credit hours.

Other Courses