College of Health and Human Performance

Prospective APK
Undergraduate Students

The Department of Applied Physiology & Kinesiology (APK) studies the immediate and lasting effects of pharmacological, aging, exercise, rehabilitation, and disease related effects on motor performance and on cardiovascular, muscle, and brain physiology. Degree specializations include undergraduate and graduate training, and doctoral level studies.

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Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Students with a B.S. in APK could obtain a wide variety of Professions such as:

  • Physician, Physician Assistant, Pharmacist, Nurse Practioner, Nurse
  • Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist
  • Research Scientist
  • Rehabilitative Specialist
  • Corporate or Private Exercise Specialist

This degree is highly regarded for admission into medical school. Of those that apply, more than 47 percent of students are admitted to medical school.

Applied Physiology & Kinesiology

The Department of Applied Physiology and Kinesiology is concerned with quality of life and the many aspects of human movement. Significant research contributions, education and service are related to the study of physiological and psychological responsiveness to vigorous and relevant physical activities. In addition, movement skills, capabilities, and ways to improve and maintain health are studied as they relate to the typical person, as well as to disabled persons and high-level athletes.

APK Faculty are Special

APK Faculty are Special

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Application Process

Application Process

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