University of Tampa
401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, Florida, USA
Program Summary
The Master of Science in Exercise and Nutrition Science prepares graduates to work in the sports industry, business, government and in education as practitioners on professional interdisciplinary teams. The program is for those seeking a strong foundation for further study and research including those pursuing a terminal degree. The program offers three entry points throughout the academic year (spring, summer and fall semester), and courses are scheduled to allow an efficient timeline to degree completion for full-time students.
Graduates are provided experiential learning opportunities both inside and outside of the classroom. The program helps to prepare for certification exams including the Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) examinations, the premier certifications in strength and conditioning and sports nutrition, upon graduation if they choose to pursue certification.
Equipment contained in the lab includes:
- Dual X-ray absorbtiometry for bone mineral density, lean mass and fat mass.
- Ultrasonography to measure skeletal muscle size, locate soft tissue injuries and quantify blood flow, and blood vessel diameter.
- Metabolic carts for VO2 max and resting metabolism measures.
- Wingate peak power bikes for anaerobic power testing.
- AMTI force plate for power and velocity.
- Tendo units for movement, specifically power and velocity.
- Dynavision for vision training, reaction time and cognitive function.
- Electromyography for neural function and skeletal muscle activation.
- High tech motion analysis and heavy duty motorized treadmills with 40-degree incline ability.
- Minus 80°C freezer to maintain the integrity of biological samples
- Blood lactate analyzers to examine metabolic stress and lactate threshold.
- Piccolo blood analyzer.
- BTE Primus isokinetic, isotonic and isometric dynomometers for measurement of force, power and velocity in virtually any plane
- Catapult, applied GPS for athlete monitoring.
- A fully equipped strength and conditioning laboratory.
Academic Background
Minimum Level of Education Completed
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Minimum GPA
77%
Minimum Language Test Scores
TOEFL
90
IELTS
6.5
Duolingo
120
Program Intakes
August 2025
Open date
October 2, 2024
Submission deadline
June 1, 2025
January 2026
Open date
July 29, 2025
Submission deadline
November 1, 2025
Cost and Duration
Master's Degree
Program Level
2 year master's degree including practicum
Program Length
$16636 USD
Cost of Living
$40 USD
Application fee
$12762 USD / First Year
Gross Tuition
Other Fees
Book Fee: $1,600 per year
Student Health Fee: $980 per year
Student Service Fee: $100 per year
Study Destinations
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