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Bachelor of Kinesiology at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Kinesiology at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 28, 2027.

About Bachelor of Kinesiology

Program Overview

The Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology provides students with the foundation for improving quality of life through the understanding and promotion of effective health techniques. The program combines exercise with the physiological aspects of health and wellness. This program offers concentrations. Graduates of the program are prepared for rewarding careers and opportunities in various public and private health settings.

Concentrations:

Athletic Training
Coaching
Recreational Sports Management

Disciplines

College of Health Professions

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Kinesiology at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Entry Requirements

You have decided to experience your college education in another country and UTRGV is ready to support you on this journey. We'll help make the process here as seamless as possible by guiding you through the application process and helping with academic advisement in your chosen major.

An applicant is considered an international student if the applicant meets the following conditions:

Not a citizen, permanent resident, or have an application on file to become a permanent resident of the United States, and
Will be attending UTRGV on a visa. Most international students attending UTRGV are on an F-1 student visa or a J-1 visa.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 61

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Kinesiology

Possible Career Options

Our Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology helps students pursue a rewarding career within the kinesiology health field. A kinesiology degree is for students interested in obtaining employment in coaching, recreational sports management, and similar occupations.

Exercise Physiologists

Coaches

Scouts

Recreational Therapists

Health Educators

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Kinesiology at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Application Fee 50

How to Apply for Bachelor of Kinesiology at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Fill out the UTRGV international application online at applytexas.org.
Pay a $50 non-refundable application fee through ApplyTexas.
Submit official scores from one of the following English Proficiency Exams unless you qualify for an exemption:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
- IELTS; or
- Duolingo English Test
If you attended a foreign high school or college, you must send your transcript to get evaluated by SPANTRAN, Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA), or World Education Services (WES). SPANTRAN, FCSA, or WES are the only companies accepted by UTRGV for foreign evaluations.
For First-Year Students: Admissions Essay A or B through ApplyTexas.
For First-Year Students and Transfer students with less than 24 college hours noted on their foreign evaluation: For the 2023-2024 application cycle, UTRGV remains test-optional. If you have taken the ACT or SAT exams and wish to send us your official scores, contact the testing agency. The UTRGV school code for ACT is 6991, and for SAT 6568.

Bachelor of Kinesiology at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen