Kinesiology

B.S.
Online You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online.*
delivery
$384 Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.†
per credit
4
start terms/year

You’re drawn to the idea that movement is more than motion — it’s medicine, motivation and a path to lifelong well-being. In Oregon State University’s online bachelor’s program in kinesiology, you’ll explore how physical activity affects health, prevents disease and supports quality of life at every age. With a focus on human movement across the lifespan, you’ll study anatomy, physiology, behavior and biomechanics — all grounded in evidence-based practice.

Whether your goal is to launch a career in health and wellness or prepare for professional programs for advanced training, this program will help you get there. You’ll graduate with both a scientific understanding of movement and the practical skills to help others lead healthier, more active lives.

Skills you’ll gain in OSU’s online kinesiology degree program

As a student in Oregon State’s online kinesiology degree program, you’ll gain the in-demand skills you need to stand out in the job market and level up your career. You’ll learn from expert Oregon State faculty who have real-world experience in the field.

  • Motor skills development
  • Biomechanics
  • Adapted physical activity
  • Exercise physiology
  • Sport and physical activity
  • Exercise psychology
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Program details

Gain an in-depth understanding of the role of physical activity in health and wellness, and learn how to apply scientific concepts toward assessing and promoting physical health and fitness. The courses will also help you acquire a scientific foundation of chemistry, anatomy, physiology, nutrition and public health.

The online kinesiology bachelor’s program is offered by Oregon State’s College of Health.

Degree requirements

A minimum of 180 quarter credits — at least 60 of which must be upper-division credits — are required to graduate with your degree in kinesiology, including:

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Additional program features

As a kinesiology major, you will complete 3 credits of experiential learning that enable you to use and practice skills in a hands-on setting. You will work one-on-one with the program’s experiential learning coordinator to identify an opportunity that meets your learning goals and career aspirations. That could include an internship, practicum or project. Read more about experiential learning as a kinesiology student.

This program is not designed for those who want to pursue allied health careers including physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, nursing, physician assistant or medicine.

Some degree requirements may be transferred from other institutions. Please note that a minimum of 45 credits of the last 75 credits in this degree program must be completed at Oregon State (online or on campus) to meet the academic residency requirement.

Previously earned credits must be reviewed upon admittance to OSU for appropriate articulation. Additional information about transferring credits is available through OSU’s Transfer Credit Central.

This program is offered by Oregon State’s prestigious College of Health, which is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. The College of Health will introduce you to well-rounded public health perspectives that can impact your ability to reach people at all ages and activity levels.

As an undergraduate degree-seeking student, you can apply to earn an honors degree online in your academic major. Earning this prestigious degree gives you the opportunity to collaborate with faculty on research, complete a comprehensive thesis experience and engage in co-curricular activities.

You can gain highly specialized skills that are in demand by employers — and do it with less of a time and financial commitment — when you earn a certificate or microcredential online with Oregon State. Choose from a large collection of short-form offerings that can help you upskill quickly.

Careers with a kinesiology degree

The knowledge you acquire in Oregon State’s online kinesiology degree program will help you fill in-demand jobs in the global marketplace. As a leader in this area, you’ll enter the workforce ready to provide insights in economic sectors that need exercise science experts.

Job market outlook

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