Three degrees. Hundreds of career possibilities. Explore Exercise Science, Health Science and Health Management, plus pathways that give WSU students a head start on graduate education.

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Pathways at a Glance

  • 12 reserved seats in WSU's DPT program
  • 8 reserved interviews in WSU's PA program
  • Bachelor's + DO in 7 years with KansasCOM
  • BS + MS in Exercise Science in 5 years
  • BS + MS in Athletic Training in 5 years
  • (MHA): BS + MHA Accelerated Pathway

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Choose Your Degree

Exercise Science

Study human movement, exercise, and performance while preparing for careers in fitness, rehabilitation, and sports performance or graduate study in physical therapy, athletic training, medicine, and other health professions.

Health Science

Build a strong foundation in health, disease prevention, and healthcare systems while preparing for professional programs such as physical therapy, physician associate, medicine, occupational therapy, and other health careers.

Health Management

Develop the leadership, business, and problem-solving skills needed to improve healthcare organizations. Prepare for careers in healthcare administration, clinic management, quality improvement, health informatics, and related fields.

 

Explore the Pathways

Physical Therapy (DPT): 12 Seats Reserved

Qualified students in Exercise Science and Health Science can compete for one of 12 reserved seats in Wichita State's Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Physician Associate (PA): 8 reserved interviews

Qualified students in Exercise Science, Health Science, and Health Management can compete for one of eight reserved interview opportunities with Wichita State's Physician Associate program.

Osteopathic Medicine (DO): Bachelor's + DO in 7 years

Through Wichita State's partnership with KansasCOM, qualified students can complete a bachelor's degree and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree in just seven years through an accelerated 3+4 pathway.

Exercise Science PLUS: BS + MS in 5 years

Earn both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Exercise Science in as few as five years through this accelerated dual-degree pathway.

Athletic Training (3+2): Bachelor's + MS in 5 years

Complete your bachelor's degree and Master of Science in Athletic Training in as few as five years through an accelerated 3+2 program.

Health Administration (MHA): save a semester

Get a head start on your Master of Health Administration while completing your bachelor's degree. Up to 9 graduate credit hours count toward both degrees, helping you save time and reduce the cost of earning your master's.

Where You'll Learn

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Human Performance Lab
Measure VO2 max, strength, movement, and heart health using the same research-grade equipment found in pro sports and clinical settings. Exercise Science students get hands-on experience testing athletes and community members in the Heskett Center.

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Anatomy & Simulation Labs
Build your science foundation in anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology, with hands-on learning in the Gross Anatomy and Human Simulation labs. You can even add a Certificate of Human Anatomy to stand out on grad school applications.

Wichita Biomedical Campus

Wichita Biomedical Campus
Opening summer 2027 in downtown Wichita, this eight-story health sciences campus will bring WSU, WSU Tech, and the KU Schools of Medicine and Pharmacy together under one roof, steps from the city’s hospitals.