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Exercise Science

Exercise Science Major and Minor

Want to be part of one of the fastest-growing career fields in the country? Study Exercise Science at Lyon College! The program offers two tracks: one track for students interested in entering the health profession as physical therapists or occupational therapists and a second track for students interested in fitness and wellness as a career. The courses cover human anatomy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, and the application of those sciences to help people improve their health. Lyon offers both a major and a minor in exercise science.

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Why Exercise Science at Lyon?

Lyon College takes a liberal arts approach to all its courses, teaching students to think critically, problem-solve, and see a broader picture. According to U.S. News & World Report, this is why professional and graduate schools, such as medical schools, admit a high number of liberal arts college graduates.

For more information on the required courses for an Economics major or minor, view our courses page.

Careers for Exercise Science Majors

Students who major in exercise science can enter healthcare professions, such as physical and occupational therapists or kinesiologists. They can also pursue careers in fitness and wellness as personal trainers, sports nutritionists, athletic directors, and more.

Mid-Career Median U.S. Salaries for Exercise Science Major

Physical Therapist- $70,000

Physician Assistant- $101,000

Strength and Conditioning Coach- $38,000

Wellness Coordinator- $44,000

Exercise Physiologist- $43,000

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