Kinesiology (M.S.)

Admission Criteria:

The following criteria are requirements for admission to the M.S. in Kinesiology Program:

• Certification in teacher education in physical education or related field.
• GPA of 3.0 in most recent 60 hours of coursework.
• Admission essay (see below).
• Two online recommendation forms.

Applying to the Program

Step 1: Create an Account

create an account on the Towson Admissions webpage. This account will enable applicants to apply online, access forms, and check application status.

Step 2: Apply to the Graduate School

Submit the following to Graduate Admissions:

1. Completed Graduate School Application
2. Two Online Recommendation Forms
3. M.S. in Kinesiology Admissions Essay (see below)
4. Application fee ($50.00 for mail-in applications, $45.00 for online applications)
5. Official transcripts from all previous college work not completed at Towson University (in a sealed envelope). This includes all transferred coursework.

Step 3: Financial Support

Contact the Financial Aid office for information about scholarships and loans. A limited number of graduate assistantships are available within the Department of Kinesiology and from other departments. Assistantships will be offered directly from a specific department. Click here for more information on assistantships.

Step 4: Review Application and Check Application Status

Consider the following tips to ensure prompt processing of application materials:

1. If transcripts contain additional names (married names, maiden names, etc.) please make note on all documents.
2. Correctly identify the program to which you are applying (i.e.: M.S. in Kinesiology).
3. Application status is updated on the Admissions website as Graduate Admissions receives and reviews application materials. Applicants can check status through this website using applicant accoutn information. Kinesiology will only review applications on the first and third Friday of each month.
4. When asking for recommendations, be sure to choose individuals who have knowledge of applicant's academic abilities and/or teaching practice. Use the online form for recommendations.
5. Submit application materials at least 3-4 weeks before the start of the intended semester of enrollment. Save copies of all submitted materials.
6. The minimum required GPA is 3.0. Graduate Admissions determines GPA based upon transcripts from former college coursework (the last 60 units of undergraduate and post-baccalaureate study). Thos applicants below a 3.o (but not below 2.75) may be considered for conditional admission.

Kinesiology Admissions Essay:

Please respond to the following questions. Your essay will be evaluated on content as well as organization, flow, grammar, and spelling.

1. What experiences have motivated you to pursue the M.S. in Kinesiology at Towson University?
2. What are your career goals and how have those goals been shaped by experience?
3. How will the M.S. in Kinesiology program assist you in meeting your career goals?