Kinesiology
Undergraduate Program
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Corvallis Campus
Ecampus
OSU-Cascades
The study of movement
In the kinesiology major, you’ll study physical activity and exercise science and their effect on human health, disease prevention and quality of life.
Help people gain confidence and strength as a personal trainer or physical education teacher. Bring comfort and care to others as a nurse.
Earning a bachelor of science degree in kinesiology from Oregon State creates opportunities to improve lives — in health care, the fitness industry and more.
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Sample kinesiology courses
- Adapted physical activity
- Biomechanics of human movement
- Exercise physiology
- Psychology of sport and physical activity
- Resistance training program design
- Injury management for the physically active
As a kinesiology major at Oregon State, you’ll...
- Study chemistry, anatomy, physiology, nutrition and public health.
- Be prepared for certifications and advanced degrees in fitness and conditioning — including ACSM, NSCA, graduate study in kinesiology and related fields.
OSU's kinesiology program is ranked among the top 10 in the far western U.S.
Kinesiology degree options
Get on the path to become a medical professional or take your studies 100% online with top ranked OSU Ecampus.
Corvallis campus
- Kinesiology major
(current page info) - Pre-therapy and allied health
Kinesiology internships
Internships are integrated into your kinesiology coursework so you can be prepared for a full-time position upon graduation.
Examples of internship types:
- Athletic training
- Coaching
- Personal training
- Physical education
- Physical therapy
- Program management
- Research
From kinesiology to medical school
Earn a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology while setting yourself up for success in medical school.
What can you do with a kinesiology degree?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, fitness and coaching jobs are expected to grow at 10-13% and allied health care jobs at 15-37% from 2016-2026.
Common careers for kinesiology graduates:
*May require post-baccalaureate/graduate/professional education or additional certifications/credentials to qualify for employment.
- Adapted physical education teacher*
- Athletic trainer*
- Clinical exercise physiologist*
- Fitness instructor
- Exercise physiologists *
- Fitness entrepreneur
- Fitness program director
- Nurse*
- Occupational therapist*
- Personal trainer
- Physical education teacher*
- Physical therapist*
- Physical therapist assistant
- Physician*
- Physician assistant*
- Research and education*
- Strength coach
- Strength physiologist*
- Wellness/prevention program coordinator
Nicole Grady, ’23
Nicole is a first-generation graduate pursuing nursing to positively impact her community
"I chose to attend Oregon State for its diverse range of classes surrounding health care, the welcoming student environment, and the supportive faculty."
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For questions about the program, application process or requirements, contact our COH recruitment team.