About the Program
Kinesiology students examine human health and movement on multiple levels. The study of kinesiology (human movement) prepares you for a wide variety of academic and professional pursuits in both health-related areas (physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician's assistant, nurse practitioner, medicine, public health and nutrition) as well as the fitness industry (exercise physiology, geriatric wellness, sports studies and wellness). Kinesiology faculty also try to get to know you as an individual and engage in meaningful discussion.
Paths of Study
Pre-Professional Advising
Rankings
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Top 10Best Public School for InternshipsThe Princeton Review 2024
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# 14Best Science Lab FacilitiesThe Princeton Review 2025
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# 3Best College for Biology in VirginiaNiche 2024
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Top 20Best Undergraduate TeachingU.S. News and World Report 2025
Applied Learning
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Courses
Take courses in your interests from Human Anatomy (KINE 303) to Community Nutrition (KINE 358) to Neurophysiology of Aging (KINE 401).*
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Research
Gain hands-on experience as a research assistant working with specialists on topics ranging from motor control to vascular physiology.
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State-of-the-Art Lab Equipment
Use the GE Lunar DEXA Scanning Device, Normobaric Hypoxia (simulated high altitude) chamber, Biodex Isokinetic Dynamometer and more.
Outcomes
A degree in kinesiology prepares you for a variety of careers and graduate programs around health professions. W&M provides you both breadth and depth of training as well as a variety of liberal arts approaches to the study of human movement while allowing maximum flexibility in the development your interests and future graduate school and career needs.
Talk to Us
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Department of Kinesiology
Contact Us
- Get an inside look: Contact a current kinesiology major
- Ask the faculty: Contact the Department of Kinesiology
Courses Disclaimer
*Courses listed are examples. Course availability changes each semester.
