Exercise Science & Pre-Health Professions Major

The Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science & Pre-Health Professions provides students with a strong scientific understanding of the acute and chronic effects of exercise on the human body.

The coursework emphasizes current research, as well as its practical application, and prepares students for careers in several health and fitness related fields including corporate/community/commercial fitness, personal training, and strength and conditioning. In addition, depending upon each student's area of interest, the major also provides opportunities for practical fieldwork experience and research.

The major is also an attractive option for pre-professional students who intend to study physical or occupational therapy, medicine, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, dentistry, pharmacy, or enroll in a physician assistant program following undergraduate school.

Admission Requirements

Students who wish to become an Exercise Science & Pre-Health Professions Major must have minimum of 30 credits in Creighton University coursework; a grade of “C” or better in the requisite courses, BIO 201, BIO 202, BIO 205, BIO 206, CHM 203, CHM 204, CHM 205, and CHM 206; and be in good standing before declaring the major.