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What can you do with a degree in Kinesiology?
It turns out, according to a recent report by Forbes Magazine, that a degree from the School of Kinesiology can help prepare you for a high-demand career. The magazine recently released their list of the top 20 fastest growing jobs in the United States based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data. These jobs are predicted to have strong demand in 2014–24. The report also includes the rate of growth and 2014 median pay for each position.
A full four of the top eight careers listed in the Forbes report have their academic roots in the field of Kinesiology:
- Physical Therapist (ranked #8)
+ 34% growth rate; median pay $84,390 - Physical Therapist Aide (ranked #4)
+ 39% growth rate; median pay $24,650 - Physical Therapy Assistant (ranked #3)
+ 41% growth rate; median pay $54,440 - Occupational Therapy Assistant (ranked #2)
+ 43% growth rate; median pay $59,950
Alumni spotlight: Following the winding path to a satisfying life’s work
Tyler Bosch started his career at the U of M as a master’s student in Kinesiology advised by Dr. Don Dengel. Upon graduating in 2007, he accepted a position in Chicago, then returned to the U of M four years later to enter the Kinesiology PhD program, again advised by Dr. Dengel. Tyler graduated with his PhD in 2014 and currently holds a postdoctoral fellowship in the U of M Medical School in Diabetes/Endocrinology.
School Leadership
| Li Li Ji, PhD Director & Professor, School of Kinesiology Director, Laboratory of Physiological Hygiene and Exercise Science |
llji@umn.edu
612-624-9809 |
| Rayla Allison, JD Senior Lecturer, Sport Management Associate Director, School of Kinesiology |
alli0069@umn.edu
612-626-3256 |
| Tricia Davies Administrative Director |
tdavies@umn.edu
612-625-3332 |
Program Contacts
| Brandi Hoffman Director, Physical Activity Program & CEHD Academic, Professional, and Personal Success Program |
bhoffman@umn.edu
612-625-8868 |
| Nicole LaVoi, PhD Senior Lecturer, Sport & Exercise Psychology & Sport Sociology Director, Coaching Program |
nmlavoi@umn.edu
612-626-6055 |
| Beth Lewis, PhD Associate Professor, Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity Director, Undergraduate Studies |
blewis@umn.edu
612-625-0756 |
| Alyssa Maples Undergraduate (SMGT & RPLS & Coaching) Advising Coordinator |
mapl0009@umn.edu
612-626-5098 |
| Colin Rogness Undergraduate (KIN) Advising Coordinator |
rogne027@umn.edu
612-301-5265 |
| Chelsey Thul, PhD Lecturer Honors Faculty Representative |
rodd0020@umn.edu
612-301-1382 |
| Michael Wade, PhD Professor, Motor Learning/Motor Development Interim Director, Graduate Studies |
mwade@umn.edu
612-626-2094 |
| Nina Wang, MS Graduate Studies & M.Ed. Coordinator |
nwang@umn.edu
612-625-4380 |