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We are dedicated to educational excellence through high-quality, innovative programs in exercise physiology and cutting-edge research.

Understand Human Performance Across Disciplines

We seek students for our programs whose aspirations include something more than competence as skilled professionals. Exercise Science is a dynamic department that encourages students to pursue innovative clinical experiences and research using cutting-edge equipment. This research-driven environment involves high quality, hands-on investigations of important and current questions in the field, giving graduates a competitive advantage in the job market. We are educating the next generation of leaders in our field.

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Graduate Programs

Advance your expertise in human movement, performance, and rehabilitation through rigorous research and hands-on training. Falk College’s master’s and doctoral programs in Exercise Science prepare you for leadership in academic, clinical, and professional settings.

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Our Faculty

Meet the expert faculty driving innovation in movement science, performance, and rehabilitation—mentors, researchers, and educators committed to student success and scientific advancement.

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Live, Learn and Lead Together

Join fellow HES majors in Shaw Hall—share courses, study sessions and career events, plus serve as a paid peer mentor to guide first-years.

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Exercise Science Club

Bringing together students passionate about wellness, health, and exercise, we host kickball tournaments, meditation sessions, Manley Field House tours, community service projects, and semesterly talks by professionals in exercise science, nutrition, therapy and more.

Interested? Everyone’s welcome!

Contact Us

201 Women’s Building
Syracuse, NY 13244

315.443.2115
jbaris@syr.edu