Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science

About

The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Saint Louis University consists of three pathways. The exercise and wellness concentration is for students who seek careers as an exercise physiologist, medical scientist, personal trainer, health and wellness coordinator, wellness coach or recreation specialist. This exercise and wellness concentration of the Exercise Science, B.S. is available at Saint Louis. SLU also offers the Exercise Science, B.S., with concentrations in athletic training or physical therapy. These concentrations are for students who wish to pursue direct entry toward a Master of Athletic Training. SLU's athletic training program is the standard of excellence within the field, boasting an outstanding pass rate on the Board of Certification (BOC) exam and excellent job placement rates. SLU students and faculty are engaged regularly in the profession, receiving honors at the national and international levels. SLU's program has a proven track record of global engagement. The athletic program has a curricular track in which students can attend Saint Louis University-Madrid for up to four semesters; an international clinical exchange program with universities in Spain and Ireland; and the program is an institutional member of the World Federation of Athletic Training and Therapy (WFATT). SLU's athletic training students participate in clinical experiences each semester, and the diversity of clinical sites is a hallmark of the program. In addition to Saint Louis University’s athletic teams, eight other St. Louis-area universities and over 20 high schools serve as clinical sites for the program. An immersive clinical experience takes place over the second summer of the professional phase that allows students to explore unique clinical opportunities anywhere in the United States. 

Career Path 

Graduate career path includes Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Personal Trainer,Exercise Physiologist, Sports Performance Coach, Athletic Trainer Assistant, Wellness Coach, Corporate Wellness Coordinator, Group Fitness Instructor, Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Specialist, Physical Therapy Aide, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Health Promotion Specialist, Rehabilitation Aide, Exercise Science Data Analyst, Human Performance Research Assistant, Biomechanics Research Assistant, Applied Physiology Research Assistant, Kinesiology Research Assistant, Motor Control Research Assistant, Sports Science Laboratory Technician, Ergonomics Specialist, Community Health Worker, Occupational Therapy Aide, Sports Medicine Sales Representative, Medical Device Specialist (Exercise/Performance Focus), AI-Driven Fitness Analyst, Health Informatics Assistant, Exercise Technology Product Development Specialist