BS Exercise Science - Clinical and Applied Physiology

Program Overview

The Clinical and Applied Physiology (CAP) Track of the BS in Exercise Science prepares students for advanced degrees in health-related fields and emphasizes formal science education in a context of human health science. Students interested in graduate programs in physical therapy, medical school, physician assistant programs, pharmacy school, dental school, and athletic training will find that the CAP track is able to accommodate a course of study that will satisfy graduate program prerequisites. In addition, you will have the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in health professions such as cardiac rehabilitation, clinical exercise physiology, among many others.

Advancing Physical Therapy Program

The Advancing Physical Therapy (APT) program is a partnership between UTA and the UT Southwestern Doctorate of Physical Therapy program that allows our students to gain preferred admission to the UT Southwestern Physical Therapy program. The UTA/UTSW APT program has a very limited number of seats; applications are competitive.

Admission Requirements

Basic admission requirements must be met before a student can be accepted. Prospective students must apply to the university through the Office of Admissions, pay the application fee, and submit official transcripts to the UT Arlington’s Admission’s Office. The Admission’s Office is also responsible for calculating the admission GPA. All steps necessary to complete an application (i.e. submitting transcripts, paying fees) must be completed prior to progressing in the application process.

After admission to the University, students are encourages to schedule an appointment with an Undergraduate Academic Advisor. Students should review of the College of Nursing and Health Innovation (CONHI) undergraduate program specific requirements. Specific program requirements can be found at Kinesiology < University of Texas Arlington (uta.edu)

Applicants requesting to change their major should submit the Undergraduate Change of Major Form

Prerequisite Courses

Applicants with transfer coursework from non-regionally accredited institutions are encouraged to submit their courses early to prevent delays in registration. Course materials can be submitted through the Non-Regionally Accredited Transfer Credit Request portal.

To learn how to navigate your path to graduation, view our Experiential Major Maps.

Resources

Policies

Students should review and familiarize themselves with the UTA Undergraduate requirements found in the catalog at University Requirements & Policies < University of Texas Arlington (uta.edu).

Course Load

Undergraduate education requires students to have dedicated time to devote to studying, completing assignments, and other course work. Students are encouraged to consider their work schedules and commitments considering the demands of the program and adjust accordingly. Commitments which compete with undergraduate study may result in suboptimal academic performance and place the student in academic jeopardy.

Study Time Recommendations

In general, for every-one semester credit hour of enrollment a student should allocate 3 hours of study time outside of class. For example, a 3 semester credit hours course, may reasonably require 9 hours of study time, outside of class, plus any time needed to complete internships.

Employment Recommendations

Students are encouraged to evaluate their energy level, familial and personal obligations, and school commitments before starting their degree program.

Scholarship/Aid

Students seeking financial aid assistance, should contact the Financial Aid, Scholarships and MAV ScholarShop resources.

Academic Calendar

Students should review the academic calendar prior to enrolling and prepare accordingly.

Tutoring

E-tutoring is available for all undergraduate students experiencing academic difficulty. Please visit Online Tutoring - Division of Student Success - The University of Texas at Arlington (uta.edu) for more information.

Student Success

Success Tips:

1. You must manage your time well, stay organized, and use a calendar.
2. Limit the number of hours you work to 16 per week. This will allow you to complete the assignments and really learn the information.
3. Study EVERY day. Plan to study a minimum of 20-30 minutes EACH day for EACH course. Daily studying will help you retain the information.
4. Use the resources available to you. This includes faculty, peer mentors, academic advisors, family, and friends. They can support and encourage you.
5. And, to be successful, stay positive, take care of yourself, and believe in yourself!

To be the most successful on college level exams, you must know the material and understand how to apply the information on a test. Good test taking strategies DO NOT replace knowledge, but they can enhance your ability to do well on tests when you are well informed. Review some test taking tips you can use.