Admission Requirements

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Cumulative 3.0 GPA
  • Applicants may be considered for admission if they demonstrate an academic trajectory in science courses during years three and four, or can provide evidence of extenuating circumstances where grades may have been unsatisfactory, at the discretion of the department chair.
• Two letters of recommendation
• Essay: In a 300–500 word essay, please articulate your personal motivations and goals for pursuing a master’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science. Highlight how this program aligns with your aspirations in the field. Illuminate how you envision leveraging this degree to achieve your professional objectives and make a meaningful impact in the realm of health, fitness, or sports science.

Credits for relevant graduate courses taken at other accredited institutions may be accepted for transfer based on review and evaluation consistent with New York Tech standards. Transfer credit is limited to six credits of graduate work and may not have been used for another degree. Courses for transfer credit must have been completed with a B or better.

International students must meet all admission requirements and achieve a 79 on the TOEFL or 6 on the IELTS before consideration for admission.

• Completed application.
• $50 nonrefundable application fee.
• Copies of undergraduate transcripts for all schools attended. All final, official transcripts must be received prior to the start of your first semester.
• Copy of college diploma or proof of degree.
• International student requirements: English proficiency and transcript evaluation.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling admission basis, as long as space is available.

If you have any questions about admissions or eligibility, please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at nyitgrad@nyit.edu or 516.686.7520.