Explore Exercise Science, Sports Medicine and Physical Recreation
Instructional programs that focus on the principles and practices of managing parks and other recreational and fitness facilities; providing recreational, leisure and fitness services; and the study of human kinesiology and fitness. Discover 12 specialized programs from Exercise Science and Kinesiology to Parks and Recreation Management with over 70,398 graduates across 1,378 institutions nationwide.
Graduate Trends in Kinesiology (2010-2024)
12
Active Programs
70,398
Total Graduates (2023-2024)
1,378
Universities & Colleges
Most Popular Kinesiology Programs
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
32,041
graduates
Sport and Fitness Management
17,472
graduates
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education
12,633
graduates
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
2,155
graduates
Parks and Recreation Management
2,129
graduates
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Complete List of Kinesiology Programs
Explore 12 academic programs in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine and Physical Recreation.
| Program Name | Graduates | Institutions | CIP Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 32,041 | 804 | 31.0505 |
| Sport and Fitness Management | 17,472 | 655 | 31.0504 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education | 12,633 | 387 | 31.0501 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 2,155 | 113 | 31.0101 |
| Parks and Recreation Management | 2,129 | 122 | 31.0301 |
| Physical Fitness Technician | 1,308 | 122 | 31.0507 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education Fitness | 1,200 | 67 | 31.0599 |
| Sports Studies | 607 | 47 | 31.0508 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Fitness | 355 | 17 | 31.9999 |
| Outdoor Education | 336 | 43 | 31.0601 |
| Golf Course Operations and Grounds Management | 161 | 8 | 31.0302 |
| Parks and Recreation Management | 1 | 1 | 31.0399 |
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