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Associate of Kinesiology, Health and Wellness

Riverside City College

  • Riverside, United States
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Associate

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About the program

Associate of Arts in Kinesiology, Health and Wellness at Riverside City College, Unit count in the catalog.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Demonstrate core knowledge in Kinesiology
  • Health and Wellness. Apply analytical and practical methods to discipline-specific problems. Communicate ideas effectively in academic and professional settings. Work collaboratively and apply ethical professional practice.

Career outcomes

  • Further study in health science
  • Nutrition
  • Kinesiology
  • Exercise science
  • Recreation and leisure studies (athletic trainer
  • Physical therapist
  • Exercise physiologist
  • Sport nutritionist
  • PE and health teacher require study beyond a bachelor's degree)

Curriculum

  • Area-of-emphasis degree with no fixed course list: students complete a set number of units from transfer-level classes in the emphasis (unit count in the catalog). One stated learning outcome: recognize the positive impact of physical activity in fostering optimal health and apply this knowledge to lifestyle choices.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Or age over 18 (minors by special admission)
  • Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 45
  • IELTS 4.5
  • Duolingo 75 or other accepted proof
  • Exemptions listed)
  • Passport and Proof of Funding Form for the I-20
  • No GPA or SAT/ACT stated.

Accepted academic background

High school diploma or equivalent, Or age over 18 (minors by special admission), Proof of funds for the I-20, Certified English translation of diploma if not in English, Transcripts of prior US college work if any.

Language tests

  • IELTS 4.5
  • TOEFL iBT 45
  • TOEFL PBT 450
  • PTE Academic 30
  • Duolingo 75
  • IELTS Academic 4.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport copy
  • Academic transcripts
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Personal statement or essay where required
  • Recommendations where required
  • Financial support evidence for immigration documentation.

How to apply

  1. Visit the official website. Review the international student entry requirements and term deadline. Complete the online college application and pay the application fee. Submit passport details
  2. Proof of funding
  3. English proficiency evidence
  4. required academic records. Wait for admission and receive the I-20. Apply for the F-1 student visa with the required financial evidence. Complete health insurance and enrollment requirements before study begins.

Other costs

Tuition per year$12,336 USD
Application fee$50 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusRiverside City College (main campus)
Faculty or schoolHealth-Related Sciences
DepartmentKinesiology, Health and Wellness
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteRiverside City College offers merit-based, Program-specific, Or institutional scholarship opportunities for eligible students. Award availability, Value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    February 2027

    Apply by

    1 Dec 2026

    18 days left

  • Program starts

    June 2027

    Apply by

    1 May 2027

    169 days left

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    1 Jul 2027

    230 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.