Overview

Students at the University of Maryland develop a comprehensive understanding of the interdisciplinary field of Kinesiology and how it relates to public health.

Knowledge and practical experience is gained through coursework, active engagement in research, departmental activities, research seminars, and attendance at professional conferences.

The PhD degree is offered in the following areas of study:

Cognitive Motor Neuroscience: Motor control, motor development, biomechanics, computational motor neuroscience, sport psychology, exercise psychophysiology
Exercise Physiology: Genetic, molecular, cellular and applied research in muscular, metabolic, and cardiovascular aspects of exercise physiology
Physical Cultural Studies: Interdisciplinary analysis of physical culture, cultural kinesiology, sociology of sport and physical activity, history of sport and physical activity, sport marketing and media

Career Paths

University professor
Researcher at academic or private institution
Research and development in private and non-profit sector
Research scientist and consultant in government sector
Exhibit curator at Smithsonian Institute

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Issues in Kinesiology
Current Readings in Exercise and Applied Physiology
Research Ethics
Public Health
Doctoral Dissertation Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 108 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-17 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-26 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

71 SCH

71-73

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

College Park, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor's degree
Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA
Statement of Purpose
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PhD applicants: prior degree relevance will be assessed by the potential faculty advisor
Three letters of recommendation - letters should be from people knowledgeable about the applicant's prior academic achievements and potential
CV/Resume
A writing sample(s) is required (e.g., undergraduate thesis or major paper, master's thesis or major paper, or a published manuscript)
Description of research/work experience (optional)
Publications/Presentations (optional)

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

14815 USD / year

≈ 14815 USD / year
Out-of-State

14815 USD / year

≈ 14815 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6926 USD / year

≈ 6926 USD / year

Living costs

College Park

United States

1676 - 2838 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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