Jumpstart your career in kinesiology In the Department of Kinesiology, students are prepared for a variety of careers in exercise science, physical education, sport management, sports medicine, as well as exercise physiology and athletic training. Here are some key national statistics for kinesiology careers from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) and PayScale. $41,475-$77,458 Average Starting Salaries in Kinesiology (NACE) Noteworthy Kinesiology Jobs and Mid-Career Salaries (PayScale) Physical Therapist $90,400 Occupational Therapist $85,600 Health Coach $51,400 Personal Trainer $51,000 Athletic Trainer $48,500Phys. Ed. Teacher $49,200 86% Alumni in science and health employed or in graduate school within 6 months after graduation
Get Prepared to Succeed In the Department of Kinesiology, students benefit from small classes, opportunities to conduct research with our outstanding faculty, and internship opportunities in both local and out-of-state locations. Students also have access to state-of-the-art resources, including a new human performance lab, biomechanics lab, motor behavior lab, exercise room, and phlebotomy lab, as well as two athletic training rooms and an athletic training classroom utilized for the athletic training program.