Program Details
Bachelor of Science Kinesiology Recreation
Bachelor of ScienceShenandoah University
Students who choose the Kinesiology Recreation major will complete all Kinesiology core courses and all courses for the Professional Studies Certificate in Health & Physical Education PreK-12 EXCEPT for student teaching. Those in Kinesiology Recreation will complete an internship in Recreational Leadership, a seminar in Recreational Leadership, and a Facility Planning and Event Management course for their final semester. Students who complete the Kinesiology Recreation major as shown in the semester course listings may also complete the Coaching Certificate as it is built into the sequence with the additional courses listed. Kinesiology majors opting out of the Coaching Certificate need to replace those courses with electives.
Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Credit Requirements

If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
- Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
- View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
Applicable Admissions Agreements

The table below lists admissions agreements between Shenandoah University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.
You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Completion of an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Arts and Science will guarantee completion of general education requirements. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Completion of an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Arts and Science prior to high school graduation will guarantee completion of general education requirements with the exception that the First Year Seminar (3 credits) must be completed upon enrollment to SU. |
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College Level Information

College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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Is This College Right For Me? | Shenandoah offers an 11:1 student to faculty ratio, experiential learning opportunities, and integrative technology to prepare graduates for a successful career. |
Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Complete an Associate of Science, Associate of Arts, or Associate or Arts and Science with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher |
Where Can This Degree Transfer

Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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Averett University | Bachelor of Arts in Sports Medicine | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Averett University | Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Longwood University | Kinesiology: Administration and Leadership in Sport and Exercise | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Longwood University | Kinesiology: Applied Health Sciences Professions | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Longwood University | Kinesiology: Health and Human Performance | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Roanoke College | Bachelor of Arts in Health & Exercise Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Roanoke College | Bachelor of Science in Health & Exercise Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Exercise Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Health and Wellness | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Mary Baldwin University | Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science Health Fitness Specialist | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Mary Baldwin University | Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
George Mason University | Kinesiology, BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science/Health and Physical Education - Health Fitness Instructor | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science/Health Wellness and Rehabilitation | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science/Health and Physical Education - Kinesiotherapy | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science/Health and Physical Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Old Dominion University | Exercise Science-BS (HS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | Not Specified |
Bluefield University | BS in Exercise and Sport Science - Sports Medicine | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Emory & Henry University | Exercise Science Clinical Health (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Emory & Henry University | Exercise Science Fitness and Wellness (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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29-1128.00 | Exercise Physiologists | Assess, plan, or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as those designed to improve cardiorespiratory function, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, or flexibility. | Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations |
Cost To Complete
