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Kinesiology

Transfer students to the School of Kinesiology select an undergraduate program in one of the following areas: Movement Science, Physical Education, Athletic Training or Sport Management. A minimum of 25 semester hours of transferable academic credit is required. Some of the suggested coursework includes: English composition, introductory psychology, and a speech course. Students in Kinesiology must complete a minimum hours in courses designated as Humanities, Natural Science, and Social Science. The professional requirements for each major comprise approximately one-third of the total degree requirements. Students can transfer up to 70 hours from a four-year school and up to 60 hours from a two-year school. In addition, 24 of the last 30 hours must be taken on our campus in order to meet the senior residency requirement.

Some undergraduate programs in Kinesiology require a secondary admission application prior to sophomore or junior year. (Sport Management, Athletic Training and Physical Education) Visit the Kinesiology website at www.kines.umich.edu for more information.

Transfer students are encouraged to make an appointment early in their academic career with a counselor in the Office of Student Services, Kinesiology, University of Michigan, Observatory Lodge, 1402 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2013, (734) 764-4472.

Degrees offered:

Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Arts (sport management only)