Dr. Christopher J. Sole, Program Director
843-953-6386, csole@citadel.edu

Mission Statement

The goal of the M.S. in Health and Human Performance is to develop knowledgeable, skilled and effective leaders in health and exercise science. Through our core curriculum, flexible elective offerings and concentration courses, students are provided with the knowledge, skills and experience required for careers and advancement across a variety career paths. This advanced degree prepares graduates for positions in teaching and coaching; the fitness and recreation industry; sport performance; exercise and human performance laboratories at colleges/universities, hospitals and related organizations. The Exercise Science concentration offers students the choice between an internship or a thesis project as their culminating capstone experience.

Admission Requirements

1. Completion of the online graduate application along with the non-refundable application fee.

2. Submission of an official transcript of the baccalaureate degree directly from each accredited college or university and transcripts from all postgraduate institutions attended.

3. Submission of three (3) signed letters of recommendation. These may be from faculty members of the applicant’s undergraduate institution and/or from associates in business, government, education, or military service.

4. Submission of a resume detailing previous work experiences.

5. A one-page letter describing your career goals and why you are interested in the Master of Science in Health and Human Performance program.

6. Complete Interview (in-person or virtual) with Program Coordinator or approved Faculty member.

A student may be granted provisional admission status whose academic preparation is just slightly below the standard admissions requirement.  Provisionally admitted students complete 6 graduate semester hours in their first semester with a minimum of a 3.5 grade point average will be classified as a regular degree-seeking student and allowed to continue in the program.

Program Outcomes:

1. Health, Exercise, and Sport Science Masters students will receive field experience related to their intended future career

2. Health, Exercise, and Sport Science Masters students will understand, present and conduct research within their field of study.

3. Health, Exercise, and Sport Science Masters students will demonstrate thorough understanding of core curriculum.