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Admission Process

Step #1 - Prepare for undergraduate study in kinesiology.

• See hints for future kinesiology majors (below).
• Check out the College Insider, for all your questions on preparing for college.

Step #2 - Admission to Michigan State University. Information about admission to Michigan State University is posted at MSU's web site.

Step #3 - Consult with a KIN advisor about admission. Make an appointment with a KIN advisor as early in your undergraduate studies as possible, preferably early during your freshman year. The KIN Advisement Office is located in 134 Erickson Hall, phone (517) 432-9552. Admission requires completion of at least 56 credits with a cumulative MSU grade-point average of 2.00 or above, including a minimum grade of 2.00 in each of the following courses:

• CEM 141 - General Chemistry
• KIN 216 - Applied Human Anatomy
• MTH 103 - College Algebra
• PHY 231 - Introductory Physics I
• PSL 250 - Introductory Physiology

Transfer Students

Students who wish to transfer from another college/university should contact the KIN Advisement Office in 134 Erickson Hall, (517) 432-9552.  Transfer students can also find useful information in the transfer students section of the Office of Admission web site.

Hints for Future KIN Students

High school students and other students who plan to become KIN majors can prepare for a successful experience in the KIN undergraduate program by:

• Acquiring speaking, writing, and computer skills.
• Developing competence in sports and physical activities through high school physical education courses or by participating as members of sports teams.
• Developing a strong science background by taking high school/college courses in chemistry, physics, biology, and anatomy.
• Becoming competent in mathematics by completing high school/college courses in algebra, trigonometry, and calculus.

In addition, prospective KIN majors should test out their interest in kinesiology through volunteer experiences with physical activity programs such as physical education classes, sports teams, and fitness facilities. Students who are considering the kinesiology major as preparation for medically-related careers such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and medicine are encouraged to volunteer at clinics and hospital settings.