School of Health and Exercise Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science

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Fall 2025

The B.S. in Exercise Science is one of two new programs replacing Wright State's former Sports Science program. Exercise studies includes eight different certification paths in the area of physical activity and health. Register now to secure your spot in this new program!

 

Why Choose Exercise Science?

Do you want to help improve the health and well-being of others through the application of exercise and physical fitness principles? Exercise Science is the study of the body’s response to exercise and physical activity, incorporating many sub-disciplines, such as biology, physiology, and even psychology. You will learn how scientific principles in many areas can help you understand how the body responds to exercise and advocate physical activity to prevent and treat chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease. 

The Exercise Science program incorporates both classroom and supervised practical experiences to prepare you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to work as a professional in exercise, health, fitness, and wellness fields. When you complete the program, you will be eligible to sit for the ACSM Exercise Physiologist certification, the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification, or other similar professional certifications. 

Entry-level professionals in these fields are skilled in evaluating health behaviors and risk factors, conducting fitness assessments, developing and implementing safe and effective exercise prescriptions, and motivating individuals to modify negative health habits and maintain positive lifestyle behaviors. Exercise science professionals can perform these activities in commercial, university, corporate, or community settings where their clients participate in health promotion, fitness, and sports activities. 

Contact Information

Andrew Froehle, Ph.D.
266 Millett Hall
andrew.froehle@wright.edu
937-775-2962

For general questions contact an academic advisor in the CHEH Academic Advising Office.
 

Careers

  • Wellness program coordinator 
  • Certified strength and conditioning coach 
  • Certified personal trainer 
  • Corporate or recreational fitness director 
  • Group exercise instructor 
  • Exercise physiologist 
  • Exercise oncology professionals 
  • Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation specialist 
     

Real-World Experience

Students must take a 12-credit internship (400 contact hours). Internship sites include hospitals and clinics, wellness centers, health care facilities, nursing homes, fitness centers, spas, resorts, sports science laboratories, government and community agencies, or other approved locations. Examples of internship sites include: 

  • Local gyms 
  • Wright State campus Recreation Center 
  • Maple Tree Cancer Alliance  
  • Premier Health facilities  
  • Wright-Patterson Air Force Base 
  • Local county park systems 


Academics and Curriculum

When you complete this program will be well prepared and eligible to apply for several nationally recognized certifications, such as a health/fitness instructor, personal trainer, or strength/conditioning specialist. Some of the eligible certifications include:  

 

Admission

This program will be available beginning in the 2025 Fall Semester.
 


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