BA in fitness management: 3+1 program
Take your passion for health and wellness to the next level with Rowan’s affordable 3+1 fitness management degree program.
Why choose Rowan’s fitness management 3+1 program?
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in fitness management degree program at Rowan University prepares you for a career helping others live active, balanced lives.
You’ll learn to assess clients’ fitness needs, design personalized exercise programs, lead wellness initiatives, create nutritional plans and more. Additionally, you’ll build skills in leadership, client communication and facility management—knowledge you need to succeed in the growing fitness industry.
Offered through Rowan’s 3+1 partnership with Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ), this program provides an affordable, flexible pathway to a bachelor’s degree. You’ll complete your first three years at RCSJ at their tuition rate, then finish your final year at Rowan University. This unique structure keeps costs low while giving you access to Rowan’s high-quality courses, experienced faculty and career-focused training.
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Studying fitness management at Rowan
What You'll Learn
Rowan University’s health and fitness degree program is offered through a 3+1 partnership with Rowan College of South Jersey. This gives you an affordable and flexible pathway to earn a bachelor’s degree that readies you for a range of careers in the fitness and wellness industry. You’ll complete your first three years of coursework at RCSJ, paying the college’s tuition rate, and finish your final year at Rowan University’s Glassboro campus.
The 120-credit curriculum blends health science, fitness assessment, psychology and management courses to prepare you for leadership roles in the fitness field. Classes in anatomy, physiology, biology and nutrition give you a deep understanding of the human body and how it responds to exercise. You’ll also study kinesiology, exercise physiology and program design while learning to evaluate clients’ needs and create safe, effective fitness plans. The program covers topics like facility management, health behavior counseling and coaching, giving you the knowledge to motivate others and manage fitness programs in both private and community settings.
Fitness management key courses
- Foundations of Fitness
- Introduction to Health, PE and Recreation
- Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Kinesiology
- Motor Development and Motor Learning
- Nutrition
Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
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Admission Requirements
Ready to join Rowan’s health and fitness degree program? Submit the application materials below to begin the 3+1 program.
- Completed application
- Application fee of $65
- Official high school transcript(s)
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
After you complete your application, a representative from Rowan’s Office of Admissions will confirm your application status and notify you of any missing information. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program.
Tuition and Aid
Rowan’s 3+1 model with Rowan College of South Jersey offers a low-cost pathway to a bachelor’s degree in fitness management. For the first three years, students pay the RCSJ tuition rate, followed by Rowan University tuition in the final year. Additionally, fitness management majors are eligible for financial aid and scholarships.
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