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M A s t e r o f S c i e n c e

Exercise & Sport ScienceDevelop the skills, knowledge, and network to succeed with our 100% online program.

The science of health, wellness, and sports performance are becoming more important and relevant

in our daily lives. Our MS in Exercise and Sport Science allows students seeking to expand their

knowledge in exercise science the opportunity to unlock new career pathways for themselves. Our four

concentration areas will allow you to tailor your interests and career goals to your education, and with our

100% online program, you can achieve your masters while balancing your work, family, and personal life.

Our MS in Exercise and Sport Science concentration areas are:

•HighPerformanceCoaching•Generalist

•StrengthandConditioning•SportsPsychology

Careers for Coaches, Fitness Trainers, and Exercise Physiologists are predicted to rise much faster than average between 2019 and 2029.

MS in Exercise & Sport Science

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Course No.

EXM 6110

EXM 6120

EXM 6130

EXM 6140

EXM 6150

Credit Hours

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

Course Name

Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sport

Principles of Strength and Conditioning

Analytics in High Performance

Applied Foundations in High Performance

Psychological Aspects of Sport and Exercise

Course No.

EXM 6210

EXM 6220

EXM 6230

EXM 6120

EXM 6250

Credit Hours

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

Course Name

Sports Injury Prevention

Program Design in Strength and Conditioning

Functional Movement Assessment

Principles of Strength and Conditioning

Special Topics in Advanced Strength and Conditioning

High Performance Coaching

Strength and ConditioningThe Strength and Conditioning concentration is designed for current practitioners, aspiring strength and conditioning coaches

and athletic performance coaches. Our comprehensive program exceeds the requirements for the standard National Strength &

Conditioning Association (NSCA) certification and will prepare students for advanced certifications.

The High-Performance Coaching program is specifically designed for those pursuing a career in coaching as well as current

coaches at the youth, interscholastic, intercollegiate, and professional levels. Throughout this program, aspiring and current coaches

will advance their knowledge in organization and administration, strength and conditioning techniques, optimal training methods,

biomechanical analysis of sport, and contemporary coaching strategies as outlined by the National Council for Accreditation of

Coaching Education (NCACE). Completion of the program will prepare students for the Sports Performance Coaching Certificate,

improve their marketability, and expand their employment opportunities.

Course No.

6010

6020

6030

6990

6998

Credit Hours

3 hrs

3 hrs

6 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

Course Name

Applied Research in Exercise and Sports Science

Exercise and Sport Nutrition

Leadership: Theory and Practice

Practicum

Capstone

Core CoursesIn addition to the concentration courses, students are required to take the following core courses:

Concentrations

Total Credit Hours: 33 hrs

Course No.

EXM 6120

Credit Hours

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

Course Name

Principles of Strength and Conditioning

Elective

Elective

Elective

Elective

GEneralistThe Generalist concentration is designed to meet the needs of individuals who are currently working in or hoping to enter a career

in the health and fitness industry. This strand prepares individuals for the National Association of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified

Personal Trainer (CPT) credential, which can lead to a job in a rapidly expanding field. This concentration is unique in that it allows

students to choose electives that align with their areas of interest within exercise science and their certification desires.

Course No.

EXM 6310

EXM 6110

EXM 6330

EXM 6340

EXM 6350

Credit Hours

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

3 hrs

Course Name

Psychological Aspects of Sport and Exercise

Group Dynamics in Exercise and Sport

Applied Motor Learning

Current Topics in Sport Psychology

Sport in Society

Sport PsychologyThe Sports Psychology concentration integrates science and application in mental skills training and life skills development.

Designed for students interested in applied work and/or research in the sport and exercise psychology discipline, the degree is

grounded in the fundamentals of the scientific process and theory for research and supervised applied work within individual and

group or team environments.

Concentrations

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About St. Francis College

For 160 years, St. Francis has provided an

affordable, quality education to students

of all racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds.

97% of SFC students receive some form of

financial aid, including federal and state grants,

federal loans and newly increased amounts of

institutional scholarships, making St. Francis

one of the most affordable private colleges

in New York City. Merit-and need-based

scholarships are available for qualified students.

97% of Students Receive Financial Aid

About St. Francis College

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How do I apply?

To apply, simply visit our website and complete a free

application. Our enrollment specialists will walk you through

the process and assist you in gathering and submitting

all documents necessary.

How much is tuition?

The tuition for this program is $500 a credit hour plus a

technology fee. Access our tuition calculator to estimate

your total expenses.

Is Financial Aid available?

Yes, in fact, 97% of our students receive financial aid.

Do active duty military personnel or veterans receive benefits?

St. Francis College has a strong track record in serving

members of the military with many students taking classes

before, after and in-between tours of duty. Military students

are eligible for a tuition discount of $450 a credit hour.

Is this institution accredited?

St. Francis College is accredited by Middle States

Commission on Higher Learning.

What is the Franciscan approach to education?

The quest for knowledge was not to be an end in itself, but

a quest to live more authentically within oneself and morally

within the world community.

In the early nineteenth century, Franciscan Brothers in Ireland

began schools for poor and ordinary people. Following that

spirit, Brothers came to Brooklyn in 1858 to educate the large

numbers of immigrants arriving in America. Those Brothers

opened St. Francis Academy in 1859. The institution officially

became St. Francis College in 1884 when New York State

granted the school a charter.

Since opening its doors, the College has been committed to

the Franciscan tradition of service and development of the

whole person. Study of the liberal arts, combined with career

preparation in specific fields of study, remains a means of

following the quest for truth and personal authenticity. This

is the Franciscan Spirit that leads our students to take their

place in the world as ethical persons committed to nurturing

the Divine goodness within every human being and all that

God has created.

Learn more by visiting our website at online.sfc.edu

FAQ

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