Exercise Science and Human Performance
Undergraduate
The Exercise Science and Human Performance major at Queens College equips students to assess various populations; design and modify exercise programs for fitness, health, and performance goals. Students will gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills to become American College of Sports Medicine certified exercise physiologist and/or National Strength and Conditioning Association certified strength and conditioning specialists. Graduates with a degree in Exercise Science and Human Performance are well-prepared for careers in corporate wellness, commercial fitness, community health, athletic performance facilities, and research. They’re also ready to pursue advanced studies in fields such as exercise science, strength and conditioning, athletic training, physical therapy, and other allied health disciplines.
Important Information
All students who have declared as of Summer 2025 and forward will be following all the new requirements for the BS in Exercise Science & Human Performance (EXHP-BS). Click on the link to review requirements. Any of these student majors who are moving to advanced degrees in allied health (physical & occupational therapy, nursing, physician’s assistant and pre-med), substitutions are available. Please seek advisement.
Students who declared the Nutrition & Exercise Science (NEXSCI-BS) major before Summer 2025 are eligible to transfer into the new Exercise Science & Human Performance (EXHP-BS) major.
Please use the links below to review the degree requirements for both NEXSCI-BS and EXHP-BS.
We strongly encourage you to meet with an advisor to explore available course substitutions and determine which program best aligns with your academic and career goals.
From Summer 2025 and forward, all students graduating from the Nutrition & Exercise Sciences major will be receiving a diploma that reads Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Human Performance
Interested in Declaring
All new freshman, transfer, or current Queens College students who are interested in declaring the BS in Exercise Science and Human Performance, please complete the new major’s questionnaire. NEW MAJOR’S QUESTIONNAIRE
If you are interested in a career in Athletic Training, Queens College has a direct Admissions agreement with Sacred Heart University’ s MS in Athletic Training. Please see attached and contact Professor Azzollini Ann.Azzollini@qc.cuny.edu for more information.
