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Bachelor of Kinesiology
- Santa Barbara, 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 (Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for degrees on the STEM Designated Degree Program List with an E-Verify employer and Form I-983 (up to 36 months total for STEM)): 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 diploma with 14 academic units (4 English
- 3 science
- 3 mathematics
- 2 foreign language
- 2 social science)
- Transcripts translated and evaluated by a NACES-approved service
- One academic reference
- Interview required for international applicants
- SAT/ACT optional
- Certification of Finances
- Transfer applicants need one semester or more of full-time college work.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school diploma with 14 academic units (4 English, 3 science, 3 mathematics, 2 foreign language, 2 social science), Transcripts translated and evaluated by a NACES-approved evaluator, One academic reference, Interview required for international applicants, SAT/ACT optional, Certification of Finances required, Transfer applicants need one semester or more of full-time college work
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 83
- IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Evaluated academic transcripts with English translations
- Academic teacher reference
- English proficiency evidence if applicable
- Certification of Finances
How to apply
- Check requirements and deadlines. Apply via the Common App
- which Westmont recommends and which is free. Send English-translated transcripts evaluated by a NACES-approved service
- one academic reference
- TOEFL iBT 83 or IELTS 6.5 if English is not your primary language
- the Certification of Finances. Complete the required international interview. After the Certification of Finances and confirmation deposit arrive
- receive the I-20. Use the I-20 to apply for an F-1 visa. Join the First Connections orientation.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $57,960 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $0 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | Kinesiology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for degrees on the STEM Designated Degree Program List with an E-Verify employer and Form I-983 (up to 36 months total for STEM) |
| Scholarship note | Westmont offers merit scholarships based on academic criteria. Scholarship award amounts depend on the applicant’s academic record and eligibility; admission and awards are subject to individual review. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
Westmont offers merit scholarships based on academic criteria. Scholarship award amounts depend on the applicant’s academic record and eligibility; admission and awards are subject to individual review.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $57,960 USD per year. The application fee is $0 USD. The estimated living cost is $18,460 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 83, IELTS 6.5. An interview is required.
Westmont offers merit scholarships based on academic criteria. Scholarship award amounts depend on the applicant’s academic record and eligibility; admission and awards are subject to individual review.