Online Master of Science in Health Science
Serve complete health and well-being for others through an online MS in Health Science. Prepare to support day-to-day and far-horizon goals across fitness, nutrition, and health for individuals and communities.
Develop your approach to designing fitness and health plans and programs through a focus on topics within fitness, wellness, and health science. Take advantage of multiple opportunities to reinforce coursework with a thesis component. An independent study path lets you tailor studies in human performance to your learning and career goals in collaboration with your instructor.
Ranked #8 Most Affordable Online Master’s Degree in Exercise Science
Program at a Glance
24 months
Duration
33
Credit Hours
$551
Cost per Credit
100%
Online
Course Spotlights
Our online programs offer immersive learning where and when you need it — connecting you to the classroom-to-career tools you need to build the future you want.
Industry-Driven Health Science Curriculum
From instructors rooted in real-world expertise in areas such health, fitness, exercise physiology, and nutrition to coursework that aligns with best practices in the field, your health science degree program will connect classroom with your career through immersive, experiential learning in your area of interest.
Thesis or Non-Thesis Options
Structure your program to fit your learning and career goals through a choice of a thesis or non-thesis-driven outcome in your coursework. Take advantage of 3 additional elective courses through a non-thesis program path, or enhance your cumulative classroom knowledge through a research project that bridges theory and real-world scenarios through a thesis-based program format.
Accelerated Degree Completion
Complete your master’s degree in health science in as little as 24 months online, and transfer your learning directly to the field even before you graduate
Transfer up to 9 Credits
Complete your master’s in health science even faster by transferring credits from your previous learning experiences. Save time and money on your education!
Concentrations
The master’s in fitness and wellness specialization provides you with a strong scientific basis for seeking advanced degrees in wellness, therapeutic recreation and various allied health professions as well as those seeking practical skills for employment in the health and fitness industry. This master’s degree in health and wellness explores personal fitness, nutrition, health education and wellness coaching, along with more focused coursework in exercise, strength training, workout regimens and more. The fitness and wellness degree program can prepare you to serve better overall health and well-being in a number of sectors. Career paths you can pursue with a master’s degree in fitness and wellness include personal and group fitness, nutrition and health education, among many others.
Why Choose Lindenwood University Online?
Since 1832, Lindenwood University has served students worldwide with affordable, high-quality academic programs providing real experience and real success. Our online presence continues to build on our tradition of making the highest caliber of career-focused education accessible through a commitment to a set of core values, including integrity, dedication, excellence, creativity, and community.
Quality
We evolve our online degree programs to reflect the latest in academic research and innovation and to meet the top standards of higher education.
Affordability
We are committed to offering our students studying online low tuition rates on top of multiple ways to save on your education.
Career-Focused
Our programs align curriculum to industry realities from experienced instructors who share real-world insights.
Support
We employ experts who are dedicated to helping our students with financial aid planning, enrollment counseling, tutoring services, and more.
We are committed to helping you succeed.
Throughout each step of your online degree program, you will receive support. From enrollment and tuition planning to staying on the right track, your support team is there to ensure your success.