Bachelor of Kinesiology (Physical Education) at University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky

United States of America, Lexington

University Rank:#781

The Kinesiology (Physical Education) at University of Kentucky 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 Lexington, 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 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Kinesiology (Physical Education)

Would you love a career that involves being active and making a difference in kids' lives?

You can be empowered to make a positive impact on the health of younger generations, all through movement and fun! The Kinesiology Teacher Certification degree is approved by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board to prepare graduates to seek a state teaching certificate in P-12 physical education. This degree is offered as a single major with a University-approved minor or a double major in physical education and health education. For the highest job placement opportunities upon graduation, we strongly encourage our students to complete degrees in both physical education and health education.

What makes our program stand out:â€‹

You will get hands-on experience as you prepare to lead your own classroom after you graduate.
Learn and grow through travel with student teaching abroad.
Graduates of our program are in high demand, with a 100% job placement rate.

Disciplines

College of Education

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Kinesiology (Physical Education) at University of Kentucky

Entry Requirements

Freshman Admission: Applicants who have not attended a college or university upon completion of secondary school AND who have met all requirements including English proficiency as noted below.
Transfer Admission : Applicants who have attended a college or university upon completion of secondary school AND met all requirements including English proficiency as noted below.
Non-degree Admission: Applicants who are exchange or visiting students.

Conditional Admission: Applicants who meet UK’s academic requirements for admission but do not meet the minimum language proficiency requirement or the departmental specific requirements (such as certain SAT/ACT math scores for Engineering and Nursing).
- Students who are offered conditional admission because of English may either resubmit a higher TOEFL/IELTS score or enroll in UK's Center for English as a Second Language program. The duration of these courses will depend on placement test results and individual student progress. Upon successful completion of the English language course(s), the student will move seamlessly into a degree program at UK. This means no TOEFL/IELTS scores will be required if students complete CESL.
- Students who require a higher math score for Engineering may submit a higher score or switch their intended major to a program that does not have specific requirements.
- No additional application is required for Conditional Admission.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 71

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Kinesiology (Physical Education)

Grow Your Future

Our graduates get jobs! In the past 10 years, 100 percent of our students who have sought teaching positions have been hired.

Career opportunities include:

Physical Education Teacher
Health Education Teacher

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Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Kinesiology (Physical Education) at University of Kentucky

Application Fee 60

How to Apply for Bachelor of Kinesiology (Physical Education) at University of Kentucky

1. Complete UK International Application for Undergraduate Admission or Common Application

2. $60 Application processing fee (non-refundable)

3. Official transcripts in English

4. English proficiency directly from testing center:

TOEFL: 71 iBT, 543 IPT (UK administered)
TOEFL Essentials: 7.5
IELTS: 6.0
Duolingo: 105

5. Optional tests: ACT / SAT (M+CR) Scores

ACT school code: 1554 | SAT school code - 1837
Required for engineering programs and scholarships

Priority Deadline:

December 1 for Fall semester (August start)
October 15 for Spring semester (January start)

*Scholarship deadline for freshmen international undergraduate students is December 1.

Bachelor of Kinesiology (Physical Education) at University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky

United States of America, Lexington