Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

The B.S. in Kinesiology is designed for students who plan to pursue a variety of careers in the field of exercise science. The exercise science program can also be used to fulfill the prerequisites for students considering graduate degrees in a range of health care professions. Students majoring in Kinesiology can choose one of the following specializations:

Degree Options

Exercise Science

The B.S. in Exercise Science provides a strong foundation for students who want to pursue careers or graduate and professional degrees in a wide range of health careers. Choose from two tracks: Pre-Professional or Applied.

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Early Contingent Physical Therapy

If you are a highly qualified incoming freshman who wants to go on to the URI Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) graduate program, this option may be for you.

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Interested in transferring to URI as a Kinesiology major?

If you are interested in transferring to URI from another institution as a Kinesiology major (external transfer), please refer to our Transferring into Kinesiology page for more details.

Want to Teach Physical Education?

If you are interested in teaching physical and health education at an elementary or secondary school, the URI School of Education now offers a B.S. in Health and Physical Education (HPE).

Department of Kinesiology

College of Health Sciences