Bachelor of Science
in Exercise Science

Are you passionate about health and wellness or fitness and exercise? Do you want to help others achieve their goals and live out their healthiest lives? We do too! That’s why we’ve created our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Exercise Science degree programs to help you pursue your passions in an exciting and fulfilling career.

Our exercise science program offers multiple specializations where you can discover how to help athletes reach their peak physical fitness by working as a fitness professional.

Our therapeutic science specialization provides a strong foundation for pursuing future graduate-level health science careers such as athletic training, chiropractic, dietician, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or even someone who works with prosthetics!

So what are you waiting for? Start following your passions today to lead a life that promotes the wellness and health of others.

120

Credit Hours

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Next start date: Aug 18, 2025

Degree CAAHEP

CAAHEP Accredited

National Accreditation

Our exercise science program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

Expert Faculty

Our professors bring years of experience across a wide range of health and fitness fields, ensuring a rich and practical educational experience.

Hands-On Experience

You’ll gain valuable, real-world experience through laboratory courses and internship opportunities that prepare you for your career.

Cutting-Edge Facilities

Our Human Performance Lab, Biomechanics and Motion Analysis Lab, Functional Assessment Labs, Athletic Training Teaching Lab, and Standardized Patient Assessment Labs provide access to advanced technology.

As a result, our students consistently exceed the national pass rates on both the ACSM EP-C and NSCA CSCS certification exams.


Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Exercise Science degree program can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:

  • Athletic trainer*
  • Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation fitness specialist
  • Chiropractor*
  • Exercise physiologist
  • Fitness facility of wellness center owner/operator
  • Occupational therapist*
  • Personal trainer
  • Physician*
  • Physician assistant*
  • Physical therapist*
  • Prosthetics specialist*
  • Registered dietician*
  • Strength/conditioning coach

*These careers require graduate-level education after completion of your bachelor’s degree.

BS Exercise Science

While you’re studying in our exercise science program, you can receive training to begin your journey in a fitness specialist position or in the graduate school of your choice. We have provided a curriculum that is foundational to your future career and education.

Regardless of which degree specialization you choose, you’ll take many exercise science and other related courses, including:

  • Biomechanics
  • Exercise Prescription
  • Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning
  • Exercise Leadership
  • Musculoskeletal Terminology and Clinical Documentation
  • Physiology of Exercise

Our fitness specialist and strength and conditioning concentrate on exercise physiology, human performance, fitness, and strength training/conditioning. If you decide to choose our therapeutic science concentration, you will also take additional courses in general sciences (biology, chemistry, physics), clinical musculoskeletal anatomy, injury assessment, theory of therapeutic rehabilitation, and healthcare research.

Degree Information

Esteemed and Challenging Programs

By pursuing one of our exercise science degrees, you can be confident that your program is both highly respected and academically rigorous. You’ll hear from experienced professionals, gain practical experience, and work with cutting-edge technology in the field.

National Accreditation

Our exercise science program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), ensuring that our curriculum meets high standards for quality and excellence.

Experienced Faculty

With years of experience in various exercise science fields, our professors bring real-world insight into the classroom. Many continue to work part-time in their disciplines, providing you with relevant, practical perspectives. They are dedicated to supporting you throughout your academic journey.

Hands-On Experiences

We prioritize hands-on experiences through laboratory and internship courses. In labs such as the Human Performance Lab, Biomechanics and Motion Analysis Lab, Functional Assessment Labs, Athletic Training Teaching Lab, and Standardized Patient Assessment Labs, you’ll work with state-of-the-art equipment.

Knowing up-front what you’re paying for and why can go a long way toward making you feel comfortable about your investment. This overview of major college costs can give you an idea of what’s coming so you can create an accurate budget from the start.

All Tuition & Aid

Undergraduate Tuition

Full-time (12-18 Credits)

$12,325 / $24,650

Semester / Year

Part-time (<12 Credits) $845
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Two different concentrations allow you to pursue the courses that best match your personal and professional goals.


Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:

  • Admission application
  • Official high school transcripts
  • Official college transcripts (if applicable)
  • Admission essay

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