Kinesiology Major—Pre-Professional Emphasis

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Degree Overview

The professional health care sector is expected to grow faster than average for medical and rehabilitation occupations. Many careers in healthcare require a graduate degree, and Calvin University’s Pre-Professional program will provide the critical foundation for your career.

At Calvin you will become a movement expert, well-prepared to continue your graduate education and ultimately to improve patient quality of life.

Program Distinctives

We prepare you for success - Your pre-professional experience is tailored to your career goals. Our Calvin grads thrive in graduate or medical school, and many others find jobs in their field immediately after graduation.
We provide you with practical experience - You’ll get real-world experience and connections through hands-on training, observation, and internships that prepare you well for your career.
We teach you in incredible spaces - You’ll have regular access to fantastic facilities and spaces that you’d normally only find at a much bigger school. You’ll also make use of cutting-edge technology like the BodPod body composition analyzer and our Cosmed Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing equipment.

Degree Information

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  • Overview

    A degree in kinesiology will open many doors for whatever pre-professional degree you are pursuing. Between excellent professors, internship opportunities and rigorous coursework, you will be well-prepared for future study.

    Learn more about the pre-professional health tracks you can pursue as a Calvin student.

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