A PhD in Exercise Science Moves You Forward
Advance your career to new strides with a Doctorate in Exercise Science from Concordia University Chicago. Discover how your goals are right around the corner.
Increase Your Career Potential in Exercise Science
Learn how our 100% online degree programs can help you get ahead in the exercise science field.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025
Classes Start: May 5, 2025
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Online PhD in Exercise Science Program Overview
Our 100% online Doctorate in Exercise Science is designed for working adults with asynchronous classes so you can learn on your own schedule. Connect with classmates and professors with small class sizes and complete courses fully online.
The 69-credit-hour program features two track options, specializing in Advanced Exercise Physiology or Applied Strength and Conditioning. Learn through additional coursework in leadership, research, statistics, and a nine-credit-hour dissertation requirement.
Why Pursue a Doctorate in Exercise Science?
This degree program is designed to prepare students to pursue academic, clinical, leadership, and/or research roles in the fields of health promotion, exercise science, kinesiology, human performance, and other related disciplines.
• Greater career choice
• Higher income opportunities
• Become a thought leader & expert on human movement
• Job security & growth
• Ability to work with athletes
• Chance to help improve human exercise behavior
Exercise Science Career Outlook
A variety of career paths are attainable with a PhD in Exercise Science. A doctorate from Concordia University Chicago can open many doors, including a career as a:
• University Professor
• Research Scientist
• Exercise Science Educator
• Physical Health Policy Advocate
• Exercise Physiology Research Scientist
• Biomechanics Specialist
Why Concordia University Chicago?
• Constant collaboration with esteemed faculty
• Hands-on experience with working professionals
• Field-ready curriculum
• Network development & cultivation
• Online model allowing flexibility
Institutional Accreditation
Concordia University Chicago is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
Deadline to Apply
Start Date
Cost Per Credit
April 30, 2025
May 5, 2025
$775
Exercise Science Career Outlook
A variety of career paths are attainable with a PhD in Exercise Science. A doctorate from Concordia University Chicago can open many doors, including a career as a:
• University Professor
• Research Scientist
• Exercise Science Educator
• Physical Health Policy Advocate
• Exercise Physiology Research Scientist
• Biomechanics Specialist
Why Concordia University Chicago?
• Constant collaboration with esteemed faculty
• Hands-on experience with working professionals
• Field-ready curriculum
• Network development & cultivation
• Online model allowing flexibility
Institutional Accreditation
Concordia University Chicago is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
Admission Requirements
• Free online application
• Master’s degree in exercise science or related field
• 3.0 minimum GPA
• Objective statement
• Letters of recommendation
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Research Course Work
(12 credit hours)
RES 7605 Quantitative Analysis
RES 7700 Qualitative Analysis
RES 7800 Mixed Methods Research
RES 7620 Advanced Topics in Statistics
Common Core Course Work
(21 credit hours)
HHP 7000 Cardiovascular Response to Exercise
HHP 7005 Scientific Communication
HHP 7010 Neuromuscular Response to Exercise
HHP 7030 Advanced Exercise & Sports Nutrition
HHP 7100 Seminar in Health and Human Performance
HHP 7900 Research Design
Choose One Track
(12 credit hours)
Advanced Exercise Physiology
AES 6250 Application of Advanced Strength and Conditioning
HHP 7020 Exercise for Disease Prevention and Management
HHP 7510 Advanced Topics in Endocrinology and Metabolism
HHP 7520 Advanced Exercise Physiology and Special Population Considerations
Applied Strength and Conditioning
AES 6830 Application of Advanced Strength and Conditioning
AES 6835 Psychology of Sport and Exercise
HHP 7040 Measurement and Evaluation in Health & Human Performance
HHP 7500 Advanced Biomechanics
Cognate Electives
(12 credit hours, choose four courses)
AES 6250 Application of Advanced Strength and Conditioning
AES 6560 Special Topics Seminar in Human Movement Science
AES 6660 Special Topics Seminar in Sports Performance Training
GERO 7000 Gerontological Theory
GERO 7500 The Physiology of Aging
GERO 7505 The Psychological Aspects of Aging
GERO 7800 Demography and Epidemiology of Aging
GERO 7805 Issues in Aging Policy
GERO 7810 Foundations of Teaching and Learning in Gerontology
GERO 7820 Leadership, Applied Ethics, Aging & Global Change
GERO 7900 Diversity in Aging Societies
GME 6300 Intro to Grants
HHP 7020 Exercise for Disease Prevention and Management
HHP 7040 Measurement and Evaluation in Health & Human Performance
HHP 7050 Program Design in Physical Activity and Health
HHP 7060 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
HHP 7070 The Professoriate
HHP 7500 Advanced Biomechanics
HHP 7510 Advanced Topics in Endocrinology and Metabolism
HHP 7520 Advanced Exercise Physiology and Special Population Considerations
RES 7710 Advanced Topics in Qualitative Analysis
Comprehensive Exam (3 credit hours)
COMP 7100 Comprehensive Exam
HHP 7910 Remediation for Comprehensive Exam (as needed)
Dissertation
(9 credit hours)
DISS 7010
DISS 7020
DISS 7030
DISS 8000 Dissertation Supervision (as needed)