Exercise Science and Public Health

Northeastern University

United States of America, Boston

University Rank:#384

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Duration18 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 91,000 / Program

Apply DateFebruary 15, 2027

Next IntakeJanuary 1, 2027

Exercise Science and Public Health

About

The Department of Health Sciences at Northeastern University offers a combined Master of Science in Exercise Science (EXSC)-Master in Public Health (MPH) program. This dual degree program allows qualified students to achieve their goal of obtaining a more robust understanding of public health through an MPH degree while also completing their MS in Exercise Science. Coursework consists of advanced physiology such as musculoskeletal and cardiopulmonary systems and the assessment and prescription of exercise and physical activity in the context of the social determinants of health. Graduates of the program will benefit from having a greater understanding of public health issues in the fields of exercise and physical activity in order to better design exercise prescription programs in the healthcare industry that aim to improve the health of individuals and communities.

The MS Exercise Science/MPH Program is a professional (non-thesis) master’s dual degree program offered by the Bouvé College of Health Sciences Department of Health Sciences. Characteristics of the curriculum include academic rigor and competency-based education in a supportive and engaging learning environment. The curriculum components meet the Council on Education in Public Health (CEPH) accreditation requirements and key competencies for a degree in exercise science recommended by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). All MS/MPH degree candidates must complete a total of 54 credits.

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Unique Features

Earn two degrees in the time it would take to earn one on its own
Hands-on, experiential learning in a laboratory setting
Community-oriented, 200-hour practicum takes place in a professional public health setting
The capstone project is a health education/programming planning-oriented project that integrates an experiential clinical exercise science component
Graduates are eligible to sit for the Certified in Public Health (CPH) Exam, the only professional certification specific to the field of public health

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the program will benefit from having a greater understanding of public health issues in the fields of exercise and physical activity in order to better design exercise prescription programs in the healthcare industry that aim to improve the health of individuals and communities.

Graduates of the combined Master of Science in Exercise Science and Master of Public Health program will have a greater understanding of public health issues in the fields of exercise and physical activity.

Earn two degrees in the time it would take to earn one on its own
Hands-on, experiential learning in a laboratory setting
Community-oriented, 200-hour practicum takes place in a professional public health setting
The capstone project is a health education/programming planning-oriented project that integrates an experiential clinical exercise science component
Graduates are eligible to sit for the Certified in Public Health (CPH) Exam, the only professional certification specific to the field of public health

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Completed application via SOPHAS
Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
Prerequisite coursework
Official transcripts
Official test scores (GRE or MCAT)
Three evaluations
PersonalsStatement
Interview
TOEFL or IELTS for applicants who do not hold a degree from a U.S. institution and whose native language is not English

English Requirements

PTEMin 76
IELTSMin 8
TOEFLMin 108

English Program Requirements

Northeastern students will be exposed to not only a rigorous academic environment but also a fast-paced experiential one. In order to be successful in both, all first-year and transfer applicants, regardless of citizenship, must demonstrate proficiency in English to be considered for admission to Northeastern.

Once your application is submitted, received, and processed, you will be able to access your Application Status Check. If you are required to provide further information regarding your proficiency in English, you will be able to complete the requirement in several ways, depending on your familiarity with English, and the frequency with which you use English each and every day:

Non-native English-speaking applicants will be required to submit official and valid results from one of the following English Language Tests:
- C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (Cambridge English)
- Duolingo English Test (DET)
- IELTS Academic
- PTE Academic
- TOEFL Internt-based Test (CEEB Code: 3667) Northeastern will accept either the in-person version completed in a test center, or the TOEFL iBT Home Edition
However, based on your academic environment and the primary instructional language in either your high school or university, you may be eligible for a waiver. All waivers must be submitted through your Application Status Check. For additional information and to determine whether or not you are eligible for a waiver, please read the section below on waiving the English proficiency requirement.

Please note: Northeastern’s Admissions Committee reserves the right to request proof of English language proficiency from any applicant, regardless of citizenship or first language, at any time during the evaluation process.

Fee Information

Application Fee 75

How to Apply

1.Create your application
Submit your application through The Common Application or the Coalition Application (both are accepted). Once you have created your application, please select Northeastern University to directly submit your application to us. Application fee of $75 or need-based fee waiver* *Northeastern accepts need-based fee waivers from the Common Application, the Coalition Application, as well as organizations such as the College Board and ACT, or in a written request from a school official.
2.Submit all required materials
Double check to make sure that you have submitted all required materials. Even if your application has been submitted, we cannot begin reviewing your file until all of your required materials have been received. For applicants applying for the 2022-2023 academic year, Northeastern University is test-optional and does not require standardized testing to complete an application for admission.
3.Check your application status
Within seven days of applying, you should receive a confirmation email containing your Northeastern University ID number and instructions for setting up your Application Status Check account. To ensure all of the necessary documents have been submitted, and for updates or information about your application, visit your application status check.

Exercise Science and Public Health

Northeastern University

United States of America, Boston

Go to Official Website