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PhD of Exercise Physiology

University of Pittsburgh

  • Pittsburgh, United States
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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About the program

Exercise Physiology at Ohio Northern University offers clinical and exercise-professions pathways.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

  • Apply concepts and methods in Exercise Physiology to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in A 58-credit core in anatomy and physiology
  • Exercise physiology. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Physical therapist
  • Occupational therapist
  • Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation professional
  • Exercise physiologist
  • Personal trainer
  • Corporate wellness manager
  • Athletic trainer
  • Strength coach

Curriculum

  • A 58-credit core in anatomy and physiology
  • Exercise physiology
  • Physiology of aging
  • Pathophysiology
  • Nutrition
  • Exercise testing and prescription
  • And strength and conditioning
  • Plus 11-13 credits in one of two pathways: Clinical and Rehabilitation Sciences or Exercise Professions. A 1-3 credit internship follows junior year.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor or master degree as set by each programme
  • programme-specific GPA
  • references and English scores.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor or master degree as set by each programme

Language tests

  • IELTS Varies by programme

How to apply

  1. Choose the programme and check its deadline and requirements on the department or school website. Each school runs its own admissions. Apply online through the school's application and pay its fee. Upload transcripts
  2. the documents the programme lists and an English test score. Accept the offer
  3. which may include assistantship or fellowship funding awarded by the programme. Show proof of funds to receive the I-20
  4. then apply for the F-1 visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year$38,346 - $59,822 USD
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Program details

CampusPittsburgh Campus
Faculty or schoolSchool of Education
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Teaching languageEnglish
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Post-study stay1
Scholarship noteGraduate fellowships, scholarships, and teaching or research assistantships may be offered by individual schools and departments. International eligibility, nominations, amounts, and available places depend on the specific programme; awards are not guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

  • Tuition is $38,346 - $59,822 USD per year. The estimated living cost is $14,377 USD.