Graduate Programs
M.S. The Physiology of Exercise – Research
M.S. The Physiology of Exercise – Clinical
Admission Requirements
Admission to the School of Applied Health Sciences and Wellness and the Graduate Program in
the Physiology of Exercise (Research or Clinical), a prospective student will meet the following
requirements:
1) Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology, exercise science, or related field from an
accredited college or university having a background in SOME or ALL the following academic
topics, including both lectures and labs:
Mathematics
Anatomy
Physics
Physiology
Biology
Exercise Physiology
General, Genetics, Molecular and/or other topics
Chemistry
General, Organic, Biochemistry and/or other topics
And SOME or ALL of the following application courses, including both
lectures and labs:
Nutrition
Kinesiology
Sports Nutrition
Biomechanics
Metabolism
Motor Learning
Pharmacology
Motor Development
Exercise Testing and Prescription
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Exercise in Special Populations
Please note – often times the course title doesn’t adequately identify a large
emphasis in a particular topic; a letter of reference, resume/CV, biography can
often help emphasize these points
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2) “Competitive” cumulative grade point average (GPA) for undergraduate studies.
3) "Satisfactory” GRE score (http://www.ets.org/gre/revised_general/scores/understand/).
Typically a “competitive” cumulative GPA greater than 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) and
“satisfactory” GRE are scores above the 50th percentile (for Verbal Reasoning,
Quantitative Reasoning and Analytical Writing).
However, a GPA/GRE less than a 3.0/50th percentile MAY be considered acceptable in a
few circumstances, e.g.:
a) GRE scores well above average (>50th percentile);
b) cumulative GPA greater than a 3.0 on the last 60 hrs (of 120 credit hours
of a Bachelor’s degree;
c) total science GPA greater than a 3.0;
-and/or d) advanced/excellent experience(s)
4) Up to a two-page typed statement of purpose.
This statement may illustrate information about your background, preparation for
graduate education, and experience that makes you a good candidate for the specific
Program. However, this statement MUST indicate how this degree will help you to
achieve your specific career goals.
Please note – for the research concentration it is advisable to indicate relevant potential
research directions for your thesis research
5) Resume (or curriculum vita) of your educational background and professional volunteer
and/or work experience.
6) Three (3) letters of recommendation from individuals who can attest to your qualifications for
graduate education and in your chosen field – it is expected that no less than two (2)
letters will be from an academic faculty member.
7) Complete all additional Ohio University requirements:
a. application, available at http://www.ohio.edu/graduate/apply.cfm
b. pay University application fee.
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c. submit official GRE scores.
d. submit official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
e. submit official TOEFL/IELTS scores if English is not your native language (see
http://www.catalogs.ohio.edu/content.php?catoid=41&navoid=2624#English_Proficiency
for exceptions)
General Notes
Please be certain to identify your intended concentration (Research or Clinical).
The biography, resume/CV and letters of recommendation should be uploaded electronically
with the rest of your application materials.
In order to be considered official, GRE and TOEFL/IELTS scores must be reported directly to
Ohio University from the testing agency. Ohio University’s reporting code is 1593.
Please visit the Graduate College webpage for more information on application and admission
guidelines and general information or follow the link below:
http://www.catalogs.ohio.edu/content.php?catoid=41&navoid=2624#tests
Application Deadlines
Applications for consideration of admission, financial aid, and graduate funding for the next
academic year should be received by February 15th; however, review of application will
continue as they arrive until March 25th for summer start date (clinical) or July 15th for a fall
start date (research). A spring start date may be feasible for some students (research and
clinical) but the completed application is due no later than November 1st. International
students also must present TOEFL scores. A minimum of 575 (paper) or 89 (IBT) is required for
consideration. An IELTS score of 6.5 across all bands is also accepted - inquire at Graduate
Student Services. International students must apply by February 15 (fall start date), August 1
(spring start date), or December 1 (summer starts date).
Funding
Financial assistance is available. ALL students accepted to the program(s) are considered for
graduate funding.
The Office of Financial Aid may be contacted at: http://www.ohio.edu/financialaid/ (US
applicants only).
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