Rankings by degree level
Bachelor’s kinesiology and exercise science programs
A bachelor’s program should be judged by whether its curriculum gives you credible next-step options: direct employment, a certification path, or the exact prerequisites for graduate or professional school.
Which bachelor’s programs are in the verified directory?
How to use this comparison: Start with verified program facts, then use the linked school page to confirm current availability, placement requirements, and tuition before applying.
| School | Program | Best fit | Credits | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | BS in Kinesiology | Confirm the current online rate with ASU. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| Oregon State University Ecampus | BS in Kinesiology | School-published rate; materials and fees are separate. | 180 quarter credits; 60 upper-division | $409 per credit |
| East Central University | BS in Kinesiology | School also lists a $89 semester fee and possible course fees. | 120 credits | $331.80 in-state / $668.80 out-of-state per credit |
| University of North Dakota | BS in Kinesiology | The program page does not state a current dollar rate; confirm with UND. | 120 credits | Same online rate regardless of residency |
| Concordia University Chicago | BS in Kinesiology | Confirm current tuition and fees with the institution. | 120 credits; 36-credit core | $440 per credit |
| Iowa State University | Combined bachelor’s and master’s Athletic Training pathway | The school describes a 3+2 pathway with clinical rotations; it is not an online program. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| University of Florida Online | BS in Sport Management | The school directs students to its current tuition and fees page. | 12-credit internship or approved non-internship option | Rate not stated on the program page |
| Lancaster Bible College | BS in Sport Management | Confirm current delivery, tuition, and accreditation with the institution before applying. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not verified because the official program page was unavailable to this check |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette | BS in Kinesiology, Health Promotion and Wellness | School-published rate; confirm current tuition and fees before enrollment. | Confirm with the institution | $380 per credit |
| Purdue University Global | BS in Health Education and Promotion | Confirm current tuition, CHES preparation, and accelerated-pathway details with the institution. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| PennWest University | BS in Exercise Science | The supplied program URL currently redirects to the PennWest online-programs listing. Confirm current program availability, delivery, and concentration choices directly with PennWest. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not stated on the current linked page |
| Maryville University | BS in Exercise Science | The school describes a 400-hour practicum and two concentrations: Wellness Management and Strength and Conditioning. | 120 credits | Rate not stated on the program page |
| Marymount University | BS in Health Sciences, Exercise Science/Strength and Conditioning track | The school lists a 120-hour, three-credit internship. Confirm whether any online delivery is currently available. | 120 credits | Rate not stated on the program page |
| Abilene Christian University | BS in Exercise Science | School-published rate. The curriculum includes 9–15 hours in Bible, which may be relevant to prospective students. | 120 hours: 56 university + 64 major | $395 per credit + $310 resource fee per term |
| Liberty University | BS in Exercise Science | The official page identifies this as a residential program, not an online degree. Coursework and practicum are delivered through a distinctly biblical worldview; tuition may change annually. | 120 credits | $12,695 per semester / $25,390 per year for 2026–27 |
| Liberty University | BS in Strength and Conditioning | A standalone strength-and-conditioning bachelor’s degree, not a concentration. The official page identifies it as residential and describes 500+ practicum hours and a biblical worldview. | 120 credits | Rate not stated on the current program page |
| St. Francis College | BS in Exercise and Movement Science | The official online-degrees page identifies this as a fully online bachelor’s program covering biomechanics, exercise physiology, sport psychology, and kinesiology. Confirm current admission requirements and tuition directly with St. Francis. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| New Mexico State University | BS in Kinesiology, Applied Exercise Science concentration | NMSU Global Campus describes the program as 100% online. Its academic catalogue includes Anatomy and Physiology I and II laboratory courses but does not specify an in-person Las Cruces requirement; confirm the current lab-delivery method directly with NMSU before applying. | 120 credits; 48 upper-division credits | $395.40 per credit; $250 per credit for eligible active military students |
| University of Wisconsin-Superior | BS in Physical Education, Exercise Science concentration | The program listing notes a required minor and an internship aligned with career goals. Confirm current delivery arrangements for experiential requirements rather than relying on online-ranking marketing claims. | 120 credits; 36 in the major | $319 per credit + $24 activity fee per credit + $60 online administrative fee per semester |
| Franklin University | BS in Exercise Science | Franklin’s official BS page requires an on-site field experience at an organization of the student’s choice. The page does not confirm a separate Exercise Science associate degree, so this listing covers the verified bachelor’s pathway only. | 120 credits | $398 per credit for 2026–27 |
| Baylor University | BS in Exercise Physiology | Baylor describes a supervised field experience and coursework in areas such as exercise prescription, biomechanics, and strength and conditioning. Confirm current credits, tuition, internship placement, and delivery details directly with Baylor. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| University of Houston | BS in Exercise Science | Houston’s Department of Health and Human Performance lists Exercise Science among its undergraduate programs. Confirm the current degree plan, credits, practical requirements, tuition, and delivery details directly with the university. | Confirm with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| University of North Texas | BS in Kinesiology | UNT lists this as an on-campus program and describes career preparation across teaching, coaching, ergonomics, and health and wellness. Confirm current tuition, concentration choices, and applied-learning requirements directly with UNT. | 120 credits | Rate not stated on the program page |
| University of Texas at Arlington | BS in Exercise Science, Health, Fitness and Wellness track | UTA describes this track as preparation for fitness, strength and conditioning, corporate wellness, cardiac rehabilitation, and further graduate study. Confirm current tuition, admission requirements, and internship expectations directly with UTA. | 120 credits | Rate not stated on the program page |
Which state comparisons are available?
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What should you verify before choosing a bachelor’s program?
- Read the required science sequence and ask whether labs can be completed in the needed format.
- Compare applied learning, internship, and faculty-reference opportunities.
- If you may pursue PT, OT, PA, or another health profession, map target-school prerequisites before enrolling.
How should you use this degree-level comparison?
Use the table to build a shortlist, then compare curriculum and required practical work against the career or credential you intend to pursue. A degree label alone does not establish professional eligibility.
Advisor perspective
A program is a platform, not a guarantee.
The coursework matters, but so do the references, experience, and relationships you build while completing it. Ask each program how students access faculty, applied learning, alumni, and career support.
Where should you go next?
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Is an online kinesiology bachelor’s degree respected?
It can be, when it comes from a properly accredited institution and provides the prerequisite, applied-learning, and reference-building opportunities your next step needs.
How long does a bachelor’s degree take?
A traditional sequence is often four years, but transfer credit, course availability, and required applied work can change the timeline.
What this comparison does not show
These records do not predict admission, graduation, certification eligibility, employment, or individual earnings. Tuition, availability, and requirements change. Confirm details directly with the institution and the relevant credential or licensing body.
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