Overview

Physical inactivity has been recognized as a major public health problem in the U.S. and students in the Physical Activity and Health program of the University of Minnesota will play an integral role in combating this public health crisis. This degree is perfect for those seeking careers in physical activity implementation and promotion, healthy lifestyle promotion, and the prevention and control of chronic diseases at the population levels.

Career exploration

The Physical Activity and Health MEd prepares students to pursue the following careers, including but not limited to:

Teacher and researcher in higher education

Program specialist for workplace wellness, health promotion, weight management programs

Program coordinator, interventionist for non-profit organizations (e.g., YMCA)

Specialist for sales and development of medical equipment

Government official (e.g., Minnesota Department of Health)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding Kinesiology Research

Advances in Physical Activity and Health

Research Problems in Applied Kinesiology

The Aging Motor System

Health Promotion

Exercise Physiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-06-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

More details

July 1 (preferred May 1) - Fall semester admission

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree, preferably in kinesiology, exercise science, public health, biology, or psychology

A preferred 3.0 or higher GPA

Strong statement indicating purpose for MEd in physical activity and health and how the applicant's experience, education, and goals fit with the program.

Online application

Application Fee ($75 for US applicants; $95 for international applicants)

Unofficial Transcripts

Description of Research or Work Experience: upload a personal statement describing your career goals and rationale for interest in the MEd program and how this program will help with your future goals (limit of two pages)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

33552 USD / year

≈ 33552 USD / year
Out-of-State

33552 USD / year

≈ 33552 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

21264 USD / year

≈ 21264 USD / year

Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Career exploration

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Minneapolis

Financing

Funding

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