Human Performance and Wellness, MS

Human Performance and Wellness involves the scientific study of acute physiological, biomechanical, and nutritional responses and chronic adaptations to a wide range of exercise conditions. Exercise scientists like exercise physiologists, biomechanists, nutritionists use exercise as a non-invasive means to investigate changes in physiologic systems, organs, tissues, cells, organelles and molecules. In addition, exercise scientists with a clinical interest study the effect of exercise on pathology and the mechanisms by which exercise can reduce or reverse disease progression.

Moreover, exercise scientists discover health and fitness benefits from different doses and types of physical activity, exercise and diet. Human Performance and Wellness degree provides a strong academic foundation for individuals interested in careers in science, medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, cardiac rehabilitation, diabetes and weight management, lifestyle behavior change, sports physiology, coaching and other health- and fitness-related professions.

The Human Performance Laboratory, the Motion Analysis Center Lab, and Performance Behavior Lab are housed in the Sport and Exercise Sciences (SES) and allow students to conduct cross-disciplinary research. These three labs are designed and equipped to provide our students with advanced academic training and practical experience in the exercise and health sciences. Our facilities provide an optimal environment for faculty and students to develop, test, and apply knowledge, skills, and competencies, and to integrate their Barry University core commitments. Knowledge and Truth, Collaborative Service and Inclusive Community. 

Moreover, these laboratories can be used to deliver the absolute best hands-on instruction to undergraduate and graduate students in our Exercise Physiology and Athletic Training programs as well as interested students from other programs across campus. Students will learn how to collect and analyze data from conducting several research studies and/or enhancing sports performance and athletic achievement by testing sport-specific physical characteristics and developing individualized training recommendations based on test results. SES faculty is committed to educate their students through hands-on strategies and comprehensive evidence-based practice research.

At BarryU, our tuition is competitive, affordable and still promises all the perks of a private school education. Our cost per credit is in-line with other institutions, but we offer a mission-driven educational experience and provide our students with small class sizes, personalized attention, and academic excellence. Scholarships, graduate assistantships, and financial aid can also be explored to help offset overall costs.

Barry University participates in the full array of federal and state financial aid programs. At Barry, we are committed to doing all we can to help you finance your education. Barry University's Financial Aid staff will assist you through the financial aid application process.

Your Barry education is a valuable investment in your future. When considering a private education, costs may be a factor, but they need not be the determining factor. Your Barry education can be quite affordable.

We invite you to review our tuition and fee schedule below. You should also check with staff in Barry's Offices of Financial Aid and the Cashier/Business Office. They are here to help you and your family by providing guidance in financial planning and financial assistance.