College of Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
In our Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science degree program, students can open new doors to rewarding careers that focus on human health and wellness. This degree program teaches the skills students will need to enter the workforce or advance in multiple professional fields.
Program Objectives
At Faulkner University, a foundation in the Christian faith is at the heart of every program. Each program is guided by our commitment to the university’s Christian heritage while simultaneously teaching students how to think critically in their areas of expertise and apply what they learn in the classroom to the field. Our B.S. in Exercise Science degree program is designed to prepare students for a career or graduate work in related fields. Some of the paths our students have taken include:
- Fitness and athletic training
- Coaching
- Physical therapy
- Allied health-related fields
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Admission Requirements
- Must be a high school graduate with a regular or advanced diploma or have a GED certificate
- If out of high school for less than five years, ACT (minimum 18 composite) or SAT (minimum 970) scores are required. ACT or SAT scores are not required for anyone having graduated high school more than five years ago.
- ACT or SAT scores are not required for transfer applicants with a minimum of 24 transferable hours from a regionally accredited college or university.
Traditional Tuition and Fees
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | |
| 1–11 hours (Fall & Spring) | $1,025 per semester hour |
| 12–18 hours (block rate – Fall & Spring) | $12,300 per semester |
| 19 hours and above (Fall & Spring) | $685 per semester hour |
| Summer | $450 per semester hour |
| Military Qualified Students (60 hours or less) | $250 per semester hour |
| Fees | |
| Online Course Fee (fully online) | $75 per semester hour |
| Applicable Course Fees | (see fees below) |
Program Information
Faulkner University offers degree programs online and at campuses in Montgomery, Mobile, Birmingham, and Huntsville, Alabama. We pride ourselves on providing a well-rounded education in a positive, engaging Christian learning environment. Find out more about being an exercise science major and how it can prepare you for the future. Made up of a minimum of 120 hours, our B.S. in Exercise Science program balances classroom instruction and laboratory learning for a well-rounded educational experience. Additionally, students are required to participate in an externship where they’ll gain valuable firsthand experience in the field. Take the first step — discover what a B.S. in Exercise Science from Faulkner University can do for your future. Apply to be a student online or at one of our campuses in Montgomery, Birmingham, Mobile, or Huntsville, AL, or request more information about this program today.
Admissions and contact
For additional information, please contact our enrollment team:
Phone 334.386.7200
Email admissions@faulkner.edu
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College Faculty

David Woodason
Chair of the Kinesiology Department

Margo Thomas
Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Exercise Science

Terry Brown
Professor
