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2024 Best Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology Master's Degree Schools

44 Colleges in the United States
818 Master's Degrees
If you plan on getting your master's degree in exercise physiology and kinesiology, you won't be alone since the degree program is ranked #173 in the country in terms of popularity. As a result, there are many college that offer the degree, making your choice of school a hard one.

In 2024, College Factual analyzed 44 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology Master's Degree Schools ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 818 master's degrees in exercise physiology and kinesiology to qualified students.

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Choosing a Great Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology School for Your Master's Degree

Best Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology Master's Degree Schools The exercise physiology master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. To make it into this list, a school must excel in the following areas.

A Great Overall School

A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.

Other Factors We Consider

In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:

Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for exercise physiology and kinesiology students working on their master's degree.

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The exercise physiology school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology Master's Degree Schools.

Best Schools for Master’s Students to Study Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology in the United States

Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for exercise physiology and kinesiology students seeking a a master's degree.

10 Top Schools for a Master's in Exercise Physiology

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University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
27 Annual Graduates

It's difficult to beat University of Florida if you want to pursue a master's degree in exercise physiology and kinesiology. Located in the medium-sized city of Gainesville, UF is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in exercise physiology and kinesiology from University of Florida

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Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
3 Annual Graduates

University of Massachusetts Amherst is a wonderful choice for individuals interested in a master's degree in exercise physiology and kinesiology. Located in the suburb of Amherst, UMass Amherst is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in exercise physiology and kinesiology from University of Massachusetts Amherst

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Auburn University
Auburn, AL
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
36 Annual Graduates

It's difficult to beat Auburn University if you wish to pursue a master's degree in exercise physiology and kinesiology. Auburn is a very large public university located in the city of Auburn.More information about a master’s in exercise physiology and kinesiology from Auburn University

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Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
5 Annual Graduates

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities is a wonderful decision for students pursuing a master's degree in exercise physiology and kinesiology. Located in the city of Minneapolis, UMN Twin Cities is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in exercise physiology and kinesiology from University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

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Purdue is a fairly large public university located in the small city of West Lafayette.More information about a master’s in exercise physiology and kinesiology from Purdue University - Main Campus

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Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
8 Annual Graduates

GWU is a very large private not-for-profit university located in the city of Washington.More information about a master’s in exercise physiology and kinesiology from George Washington University

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Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
20 Annual Graduates

Located in the medium-sized city of Tallahassee, Florida State is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in exercise physiology and kinesiology from Florida State University

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Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
25 Annual Graduates

Located in the town of Pullman, Wazzu is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in exercise physiology and kinesiology from Washington State University

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University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
17 Annual Graduates

Located in the small city of Coral Gables, U Miami is a private not-for-profit university with a large student population.More information about a master’s in exercise physiology and kinesiology from University of Miami

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Located in the large city of Toledo, University of Toledo is a public university with a large student population.More information about a master’s in exercise physiology and kinesiology from University of Toledo

Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology by Region

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Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology is one of 13 different types of Physiology & Pathology Sciences programs to choose from.

Related Major Annual Graduates
General Physiology 842
Pathology/Experimental Pathology 107
Oncology & Cancer Biology 37
Vision Science/Physiological Optics 32
Cell Physiology 31
Reproductive Biology 29
Cardiovascular Science 16
Other Physiology, Pathology, & Related Sciences 12
Molecular Physiology 4
Endocrinology 4

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