Bachelor of Kinesiology
- Rockford, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A four-year degree in the science of human movement and health, With an honours option.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Kinesiology can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
- Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Kinesiologist
- Health and wellness specialist
- Rehabilitation specialist
- Chiropractor
- Medical professional
- Occupational therapist
- Physiotherapist
- Ergonomics professional
Curriculum
- Four years with an honours option. First year mixes human kinetics
- English
- Critical reading and writing
- Mathematics
- Physics or chemistry and psychology
- Later sample courses include fitness leadership
- Exercise physiology and the sociology of physical activity and sport. Students plan course choices with an academic adviser.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school graduation (first-year) or college transcripts (transfer)
- With English translation if needed
- Passport copy
- Bank statement
- Affidavit if the statement is not in the student's name
- Test-optional (SAT/ACT not required)
- NACES evaluation may be required.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 77
- Duolingo 95
- PTE Academic 53
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate when applicable
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Financial documentation
- Program-specific supporting materials when required.
How to apply
- Check requirements and rolling admission (official website 2. Apply online at the Rockford application form (rockforduniversity. My. Salesforce-sites. Com/form?formid=217865). Upload transcripts (with English translation) to the document portal. Submit passport copy
- Bank statement of at least 43
- 120 USD (affidavit if not in your name)
- English score unless waived. English interview if slightly below the score. Receive I-20
- Apply for the F-1 visa (DS-160) and pay the SEVIS fee. Arrive up to 30 days before start and attend international orientation.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $40,420 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $1,000 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Social Sciences, Commerce and Education |
| Department | Kinesiology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 65 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Rockford University may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
Rockford University may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.
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The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $40,420 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $1,000 USD. The estimated living cost is $17,205 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 77, Duolingo 95, PTE Academic 53, IELTS Academic 5.5. An interview is required.
Rockford University may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.