Online kinesiology rankings
Best online kinesiology programs
The best online kinesiology program is the one that matches your required science sequence, applied-learning needs, budget, and next credential. Start with verified program facts, then confirm the decision-critical details directly with the school.
How we evaluate
How do we evaluate online kinesiology programs?
Study Kinesiology combines public institutional data with movement-science-specific review. We use the same public records a generalist directory can access, then assess whether a program's curriculum and applied structure fit the credential or graduate pathway it claims to support.
- Career outcomesPublished placement outcomes where available and alignment with target credentials or prerequisite pathways.30%
- Curriculum qualityApplied-learning transparency, faculty information, specialization depth, and credential alignment.25%
- Cost and valueTotal completion cost, aid context, and transfer-credit policy. Per-credit marketing alone is insufficient.20%
- Student experienceDirect, disclosed student input only. No scraped reviews or invented testimonials.15%
- Accreditation and legitimacyVerified against primary accreditation and institutional records, not a school's self-description.10%
Every comparison shows a last-verified date and links each program record to its source set. We do not estimate tuition, format, or accreditation when the institution has not stated it.
Read the full ranking methodology and browse programs by credential level or institution location.
Which online kinesiology bachelor’s programs have verified directory records?
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 | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | Confirm current credit requirement with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| Oregon State University Ecampus | BS in Kinesiology | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | 180 quarter credits; 60 upper-division | $409 per credit |
| East Central University | BS in Kinesiology | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | 120 credits | $331.80 in-state / $668.80 out-of-state per credit |
| University of North Dakota | BS in Kinesiology | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | 120 credits | Same online rate regardless of residency |
| Concordia University Chicago | BS in Kinesiology | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | 120 credits; 36-credit core | $440 per credit |
| University of Florida Online | BS in Sport Management | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | 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 current credit requirement 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 | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | Confirm current credit requirement with the institution | $380 per credit |
| Purdue University Global | BS in Health Education and Promotion | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | Confirm current credit requirement with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| Maryville University | BS in Exercise Science | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | 120 credits | Rate not stated on the program page |
| Abilene Christian University | BS in Exercise Science | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | 120 hours: 56 university + 64 major | $395 per credit + $310 resource fee per term |
| St. Francis College | BS in Exercise and Movement Science | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | Confirm current credit requirement with the institution | Rate not stated on the program page |
| New Mexico State University | BS in Kinesiology, Applied Exercise Science concentration | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | 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 | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | 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 | Compare the official curriculum, applied learning, and career-path fit directly. | 120 credits | $398 per credit for 2026–27 |
How do you choose among online kinesiology programs?
First, decide the outcome you are building toward. Students aiming for exercise physiology should compare the science and testing sequence against the [ACSM-EP pathway](/certifications/acsm-ep/). Students considering physical therapy, occupational therapy, or physician-assistant school should map each target program’s prerequisites before selecting a major. Students focused on coaching or performance should ask how the program provides supervised experience and networking, not just classroom content.
When is in-person study a better choice than online study?
Choose in-person when a local program materially lowers total cost or gives you a practical lab, mentorship, and fieldwork structure that your target path needs. Online study can be the better option when work, caregiving, or geography makes campus attendance unrealistic. The useful comparison is total cost, applied learning, and opportunity cost, not format alone.
What common mistakes should you avoid when comparing programs?
- Comparing per-credit tuition without total credits, fees, travel, and required external experiences.
- Assuming online delivery means all labs and applied work happen remotely.
- Using occupational wage figures as a school-specific graduate outcome.
- Assuming institutional accreditation proves a curriculum meets a particular certification or graduate-school prerequisite.
- Skipping a direct conversation with the program about enrollment authorization and placement requirements.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How are these online kinesiology programs compared?
We compare verified program facts against curriculum fit, value, accreditation, and evidence that students can use for their intended path. Each record links to the institution’s own program page.
Is the cheapest online kinesiology program always the best choice?
No. Compare the complete cost, transfer-credit treatment, required in-person work, curriculum, and whether the program supports your intended credential or graduate-school prerequisites.
Can an online kinesiology degree prepare me for a licensed clinical profession?
It may be part of preparation, but it does not itself grant a clinical license. Check the exact prerequisite, lab, clinical, and graduate-program requirements for the profession you intend to pursue.
How should I compare online program formats?
Ask where labs, internships, and applied work occur; who arranges placements; whether you may enroll from your state; and what work or travel commitment the schedule requires.
Which sources support this ranking comparison?
Every listed program links to its official program page. For broader decision guidance, use the [online kinesiology degree guide](/degrees/online-kinesiology-degree/), the [program-vetting research](/insights/vetting-online-kinesiology-programs/), and the [program directory](/schools/).