Master of Science in Kinesiology

Comprehensive Evaluation

All master's students in Kinesiology must pass a comprehensive evaluation prior to graduation. The options for the comprehensive evaluation dependends on your concentration in Kinesiology.

Exercise Physiology

• Thesis
• Research manuscript
• Pass the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) exam
• Comprehensive examination

Human Performance

• Thesis
• Research manuscript
• Pass the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam
• Comprehensive examination

Important Information

• Meet with your academic advisor in your first semester to plan for the comprehensive evaluation that fits with your academic and professional goals.
• In your last semester, complete the Comprehensive Exam Registration Form and submit it to Donna Torres by the Graduate School deadline.
• Your academic advisor will schedule your evaluation.
• You will be notified by your academic advisor on whether you passed or failed your evaluation. You must pass your comprehensive evaluation and complete your coursework to graduate.