OpenFieldPh.D. in Exercise Science - Neuromuscular Control & Pediatric Obesity Prevention - Arnold School
University of South Carolina · Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Academic Overview & Description
Consistently ranked the #1 exercise science doctoral program in the nation, investigating physical activity epidemiology, stroke rehabilitation robotics, cardiorespiratory fitness metrics, and sedentary behavior physiology.
Funding & Financial Support
- Funding Award
- NIH-funded pre-doctoral traineeships $33,000/year plus full tuition remission
- Tuition Rate
- Covered by fellowship
- Application Fee
- $50
Admission & Candidate Requirements
- Academic GPA
- Degree in exercise science, kinesiology, physiology, or biology with GPA 3.3+
- English Language
- TOEFL 85+
- Standardized Exam
- GRE optional
- Application Materials
- Statement of research interests aligned with faculty mentor
- Letters of Recommendation
- Three academic references
Institutional Guidance
For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of South Carolina's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.
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