by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 7 schools in the Plains States Region to determine which ones were the best for exercise science and kinesiology students pursuing a master's degree. Combined, these schools handed out 293 master's degrees in exercise science and kinesiology to qualified students.
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The exercise science master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for exercise science and kinesiology students working on their master's degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Exercise Science and Kinesiology Master's Degree Schools in the Plains States Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in exercise science and kinesiology.
University of Iowa is a wonderful decision for individuals interested in a master's degree in exercise science and kinesiology. Iowa is a very large public university located in the small city of Iowa City.More information about a master’s in exercise science and kinesiology from University of Iowa
Iowa State University is a great choice for students pursuing a master's degree in exercise science and kinesiology. Located in the small city of Ames, Iowa State is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in exercise science and kinesiology from Iowa State University
University of North Dakota is a wonderful choice for students pursuing a master's degree in exercise science and kinesiology. Located in the city of Grand Forks, UND is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in exercise science and kinesiology from University of North Dakota
Concordia University, Saint Paul is a great option for individuals interested in a master's degree in exercise science and kinesiology. Concordia University, Saint Paul is a medium-sized private not-for-profit university located in the city of Saint Paul.More information about a master’s in exercise science and kinesiology from Concordia University, Saint Paul
It's hard to beat University of Northern Iowa if you want to pursue a master's degree in exercise science and kinesiology. Located in the city of Cedar Falls, UNI is a public university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in exercise science and kinesiology from University of Northern Iowa
Lindenwood University is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit university located in the small city of Saint Charles.More information about a master’s in exercise science and kinesiology from Lindenwood University
Located in the city of Omaha, UNOMAHA is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in exercise science and kinesiology from University of Nebraska at Omaha
UCM is a large public university located in the distant town of Warrensburg.More information about a master’s in exercise science and kinesiology from University of Central Missouri
Located in the city of Kansas City, Avila is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a master’s in exercise science and kinesiology from Avila University
Explore the best exercise science and kinesiology schools for a specific state in the Plains States Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 361 | 160 |
| Minnesota | 355 | 61 |
| Iowa | 298 | 24 |
| Nebraska | 211 | 12 |
| North Dakota | 167 | 9 |
| South Dakota | 130 | 27 |
One of 5 majors within the Health & Physical Education area of study, Exercise Science and Kinesiology has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sports Management | 251 |
| Sports Kinesiology and Physical Education/Fitness General | 52 |
| Outdoor Health & Physical Education/Fitness | 27 |
| Sports Studies | 11 |
