Kinesiology
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    Kinesiology

    Auburn University
    Auburn University
    United States of America
    United States of America, Auburn
    University Rank:#955
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 50,230 / Year
    Next IntakeAugust 16, 2023
    Kinesiology

    About

    Degree Programs

    • Exercise Science – MS
    • Kinesiology – PhD
    • Physical Activity and Health – MS
    • Physical Education/Teacher Education – MS

    Graduate Certificate

    • Movement Skill Analysis

    Graduate Minor

    • Sport Management

    The School of Kinesiology offers graduate degree programs leading to a master of science (non-thesis and thesis options) and doctor of philosophy. Offerings also include a graduate certificate and a graduate minor. The school's advanced programs prepare students for careers in sport performance, health optimization, fitness program management for community and corporate settings, the allied health, fitness and sport-related industry, as well as teaching and research in educational settings.

    Master's Degree Programs (MS)

    Master's programs are offered in exercise science, physical activity and health, and physical education/teacher education. Specialized areas of study include biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor neuroscience, physical activity and health, pedagogy and post-certification athletic training.

    Applicants to MS programs must satisfy the Graduate School's admission requirements. School of Kinesiology admission requirements include a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, academic good standing at the institution last attended, an undergraduate minimum GPA of 2.75, competitive GRE scores, letters of recommendation, and School approval. For admission to the MS in physical education/teacher education, the undergraduate GPA must be documented on the official transcript of the degree-granting institution and must be the GPA that was used as the basis for granting the degree (not a GPA that includes post-degree courses); alternatively, a minimum GPA of 3.0 in a master's of higher degree program may be used for admission.

    MS programs in physical education/teacher education include alternative certification and traditional certification programs. The alternative MS certification program offers qualified students who hold non-teaching baccalaureate degrees a route to initial teacher certification while simultaneously earning a master's degree; the traditional MS certification program offers advanced study for individuals who hold a valid bachelor's-level professional educator certificate in physical education/teacher education. Applicants to the alternative MS certification program in physical education/teacher education must submit a clear background check and satisfy the State's teaching field admission requirements; applicants to the traditional MS certification program in physical education/teacher education must submit a clear background check and hold a valid bachelor's-level professional educator certificate in physical education. Both certification programs are approved by the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE). The College of Education is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

    Degree requirements for all non-thesis master's programs include a minimum of 33 hours and 36 hours for thesis master's programs. All non-thesis master's degrees require a written comprehensive exam. Additional degree requirements for the alternative MS certification program in physical education/teacher education are in compliance with regulations established by the Alabama State Department of Education. These requirements include a semester long, full-time internship and satisfactory completion of the State's testing program and official submission of the edTPA assessment for scoring. Additionally, in order to be recommended for teacher certification candidates must receive passing scores on the edTPA assessment. In accordance with State regulations, effective for students unconditionally admitted prior to July 1, 2017, a minimum GPA of 3.00 is required on all courses used to meet master's-level program requirements. Effective for students unconditionally admitted July 1, 2017 and after, a minimum GPA of 3.25 will be required on all courses used to meet master's-level certification program requirements.

    Doctor of Philosophy Degree Program (PhD)

    Applicants to the School of Kinesiology's PhD program must satisfy the Graduate School's admission requirements. School of Kinesiology admission requirements include competitive GRE scores, current resume, statement of purpose (including research focus), letters of recommendation, and approval by the school.

    The PhD program requires a minimum of 60 semester hours beyond the master's degree. Research methods and statistics are components of all doctoral programs. The remaining hours are divided between the area of specialization and approved support courses. After satisfactory completion of coursework and a general written and oral examination, the student advances to candidacy. Doctoral students must register for at least 10 semester hours of doctoral research while completing a dissertation.

    Specialized areas of doctoral study include biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor neuroscience, motor development, sport and exercise psychology, motor learning and control, physical activity and health, and teaching and research in physical education.

    Master's- and Specialist-Level Certification

    Individuals completing the State-approved MS certification programs in physical education/teacher education are eligible to apply for Alabama Class A certification. Effective September 1, 2018, the Alabama State Board for Education will require an acceptable score on the edTPA for initial certification in a teaching field. This state certification requirement applies to individuals completing alternative master's programs. 

    Individuals seeking certification in states other than Alabama are responsible for contacting those state certification offices to obtain their application form and requirements. These individuals should first meet the requirements for certification in the State of Alabama. The State of Alabama signs the National Association of State Directors of Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Interstate Agreement which facilitates the applications of program graduates when they apply for certification in other states.

    Graduate Minor and Graduate Certificate

    The School of Kinesiology in collaboration with the Department of Educational Foundations, Leadership and Technology offers a graduate minor in sport management. In addition, the School of Kinesiology offers a graduate certificate in movement skill analysis.

    Additional Information

    Detailed admission requirements for the school's multiple areas of graduate study are available on the College of Education's website, Academics (http://www.education.auburn.edu/academics).

    The University schedule of courses is available on the University website.

    Information about undergraduate programs for the School of Kinesiology is available at: School of Kinesiology: Undergraduate


     

    Disciplines

    Graduate School

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.
    • Graduate Record Exam (GRE) General Test if required by the department. Auburn University’s ETS institution code is 1005.
    • Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) for Management, Finance, Master of Business Administration, and Master of Accountancy programs. Auburn’s GMAT institution codes are:
    • Successful international applicants must score at least 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) paper version (pBT), 213 on the computer version (cBT), and 79 on the internet version (iBT). Additionally, successful applicants must score minimums of 16 on the listening, reading, speaking, and writing components of the iBT. Auburn University’s ETS institution code is 1005. Auburn will also accept a 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam.

      International applicants required to submit a language test score have several options of certifying their English proficiency.

      The TOEFL or IELTS will be the only accepted language proficiency tests for admission to Auburn University Graduate School. We do not accept the Duolingo English Test.

      ETS has also created the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition to meet the needs of students who are unable to take the test in a test center due to COVID-19. The test is taken on your own computer at home and is identical in content, format and on-screen experience to the TOEFL iBT test taken at a test center. Visit The TOEFL Tests (ets.org) for more information.

    • Up to three (3) letters of recommendation may be required by the department. Applicants should contact the department to find out, first, if letters are required. If so, how many? And how should these letters be submitted?
    • International applicants must demonstrate full financial sponsorship if accepted into a graduate program, proof of a comprehensive medical insurance plan and submit an Official Statement Of Finance for International Students Form for 2023-2024. For more information, review our International Instructions.
    • One official transcript of all undergraduate and any graduate credits from each school previously attended. If an Auburn University transcript, the Graduate School will acquire the transcript for you. Official electronic transcripts from domestic institutions may be sent to [email protected].
    • International applicants should provide an official original language transcript and final diploma/certificate(s) accompanied by a certified English translation of each document.
    • Application fee payment: $60 for domestic students; $70 for international students. The following applicants are eligible for a fee waiver:
      • Current Auburn University graduate students enrolled in graduate courses
      • Full-time Auburn University employees
      • Alabama HBCU applicants from the following schools (first 300 received per year): Alabama A&M and Alabama State Universities, Concordia, Miles, Stillman and Talladega Colleges, Oakwood & Tuskegee Universities – submit copy of school ID
      • Ronald McNair Scholars – must submit a memo from sponsoring institution
      • Florida A&M Feeders Program – must submit a memo from Faculty sponsor
      • GEM applicants – must submit a copy of their GEM application
      • Active Duty Military – with a letter confirming duty
      • Applying for an approved dual program – the second application fee is waived

      To qualify for one of the application fee exemptions, you must submit the required documentation to the Graduate School.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 70

    How to Apply

    Auburn University is pleased to offer this Web-based application in order to make our application process as easy and convenient as possible.

    This application is part of the ApplyYourself Application Network. You will receive a PIN and Password so that you can return to work on your application over several sessions. Your information is transmitted through a secured server and is kept confidential until you submit your application. Only after you submit your application will it be available for review by the Graduate School Admissions Office.

    When you have completed your application and are ready to submit it, you can pay your application fee online via credit card. No application will be processed until the application fee is paid. However, Auburn University employees and current graduate students are exempted from the application fee requirement. A complete list of eligible application fee exemptions may be found in the Application Instructions section of the application.

    Please carefully read the instructions that appear throughout the application pages. You can submit your application once. If you have to update any information you have submitted, please notify the Graduate School Admissions Office at once.

    To get started on your application, click “create account” to the right to establish your pin and password. To submit multiple applications, you must create an account for each application. If you are trying to access an existing account and have forgotten your PIN or password, click “Forgot your PIN or Password?”. You will be emailed the login information and will be able to reset the password.

    Best of luck. We look forward to reviewing your application.
    Kinesiology
    Auburn University
    Auburn University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Auburn

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