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Exercise Science

Exercise Science Major - Fitness and Nutrition Concentration

  • 3 or 4 Year Degree
  • Masters Degree Options
  • On-Campus

A Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with a concentration in fitness and nutrition at Grace College will explore the ins and outs of diet and physiology. As you consider an array of colleges with fitness and nutrition degrees near you in the Midwest, be assured that when you find your way to Winona Lake, Indiana, you will discover a top college to learn about the human body. A Grace College fitness and nutrition degree will help you make workable connections between human anatomy and physical fitness, preparing you to weigh questions and create conversation in a Christian college context. 

This program is for you if you are serious about creating an impact in the field of fitness and nutrition. With a bachelor’s degree in exercise science, you will be required to get real-world experience ensuring you are equipped for jobs in personal training, strength and conditioning, or nutrition. 

The fitness and nutrition concentration at Grace requires students to get hands-on learning. As the fitness industry is growing tremendously, people are increasingly interested in improving their health and physical fitness. Students will have opportunities to come alongside such people, and help them in a professional setting in conjunction with their course work.

Future fitness coach or dietician, the way forward is Grace.

Exercise Science – Fitness and Nutrition Concentration is great for those who are:
  • Relational
  • Flexible
  • Communicators
  • Leaders
  • Passionate about Fitness
  • Creative
Educational Focuses
  • Fitness
  • Nutrition
  • Chemistry
  • Sports Performance
Internship Opportunities
  • Local YMCA
  • Local Fitness Studio
  • Corporate Wellness
  • KCH partnership with Warsaw Schools
Career Opportunities
  • Fitness Instructor
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach
  • Corporate Wellness Director
  • Personal Trainer
  • Nutrition Coach or Counselor
  • Activities Coordinator / Director
  • Health and Wellness Director
Featured Staff Member
christina walters Assistant Professor of Exercise Science; Director, Program Director Exercise Science
Christina Walters

M.S., L.A.T., F.M.S.

Director, Center for Movement and Well-Being; Director, Exercise Science Program

Featured Staff Member
T.J. Zinke

Ed.D.

Assistant Professor of Exercise Science

Diverse Metrics of Success

200

Observation hours completed throughout the degree

50%

of Exercise Science Students choose to go on to Graduate School

100%

Of classes include real-life application

Exercise Science Major - Fitness and Nutrition Concentration
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