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Success in health, performance and wellness requires advanced scientific training and hands-on experience. The M.S. in Exercise Physiology at Minnesota State University, Mankato, prepares graduate students like you in the latest science of performance testing and exercise prescription. In as few as 12 months, you’ll be equipped to work with a wide range of populations, from elite athletes to sedentary and at-risk individuals.

Why Minnesota State Mankato?

Minnesota State Mankato’s Exercise Physiology M.S. program is one of the longest-standing graduate programs of its kind in the U.S.

Programs for Aspiring Teachers

  • Gain hands-on experience in the Dr. Viola Holbrook Exercise Physiology Center, featuring advanced testing and research equipment.
  • Prepare for diverse careers, including cardiac rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, corporate wellness, coaching and research.
  • Work with populations of all activity levels—from high-performing athletes to sedentary and at-risk individuals.
  • Complete a research manuscript, internship, or both as your capstone experience.

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Be an Educational Innovator

Where Science, Research & Real-World Impact Meet

30 total credits

State-of-the-art research facilities

Possible to complete in 12 months

Our graduate program is built on the belief that the best learning happens through experience. Students move beyond the classroom to test ideas, conduct research and apply exercise science in real-world settings. Through hands-on coursework, internships and faculty-mentored research, you’ll develop the skills and perspective needed to make a measurable difference in your profession or as a Ph.D. candidate.

Application-Based Courses for Lasting Career Success

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