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School of Kinesiology - George Mason University

Highly-qualified undergraduates may be admitted to the bachelor's/accelerated master's program and obtain a BS or BA in any degree area and an MS in Kinesiology in an accelerated time-frame after satisfactory completion of a minimum of 144 credits. Students in an accelerated degree program must fulfill all university requirements for the master's degree.

What Are Some Benefits of the Bachelor’s/Accelerated Master’s Program?

Applicants with an MS are more competitive when applying to selective graduate programs and higher-paying jobs.
Students in the program get hands-on skills and experience through Mason’s state-of-the-art Sports Medicine Assessment, Research, and Testing Lab, where they do practical work in biomechanics, exercise physiology, and sport performance.

What Are Some Example Careers for Kinesiologists?

  • exercise/fitness specialist
  • exercise physiologist / cardiac rehabilitation therapist
  • strength and conditioning coach
  • health/wellness manager
  • public health specialist
  • corporate fitness instructor
  • instructor for college-level courses
  • doctoral studies in health and medical fields