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Human Performance – B.S.

This program is offered in-person.

This program offers an Accelerated Graduate Degree Program.

The human performance concentration is ideal for students who wish to continue their education in exercise science areas such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, and motor control as well as conduct related research.

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- Ari, student (learn more)

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100% of 2021-22 graduates were employed or continuing education within three months of graduation.

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100% of human performance students complete a 450 hour internship.

Hands-on

Many of the exercise science courses provide hands-on experiences through class labs.

Lab space

Access to an environmental chamber, body composition analyzers, motion analysis system and more.

Additional information

This degree will prepare you for a career in:

  • Exercise physiology

  • Research

  • Health & fitness promotion

  • Corporate wellness

  • Wellness coach

  • Personal trainer

  • Healthcare professional after graduate degree

Potential internship areas: 

  • Fitness centers
  • Personal training
  • High school programs
  • Collegiate athletics
  • Professional athletics 
  • Private sport organizations
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Study abroad

Students are encouraged to pursue additional educational opportunities through one of many study abroad options offered by the HPHE department or WMU in general.
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All WMU students have the option to stand out with an integrative learning project in one of several pathways including health and wellness, entrepreneurship, leadership and more!
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Faculty

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(from left to right)
Dr. Nicholas Hanson, Associate Professor, Program Coordinator
Dr. Sangwoo Lee, Associate Professor
Julie Raedy, Faculty Specialist I