Combined Programs
Accelerate your future with Montclair’s combined degree programs. You have an opportunity to earn a 5-year combined BS/MS programs in Exercise Science/Athletic Training or Exercise Science and Sport Studies.
Our Exercise Science/Athletic Training (Combined BS/MS) at Montclair State University prepares you to design and implement effective fitness and injury-prevention programs. You’ll gain a strong foundation in exercise science, anatomy and biomechanics while developing hands-on skills in health, fitness and rehabilitation.
This pathway is ideal if you want to pursue advanced study in Athletic Training and sports medicine. Through Montclair’s MS in Athletic Training, you can take advantage of accelerated options, hybrid instruction, and state-of-the-art labs to earn your graduate degree faster. With this combined pathway, you’ll be ready for careers in sports medicine, strength and conditioning, clinical exercise physiology or continue to professional healthcare programs.
Start your journey with a degree that connects exercise science and athletic training—and positions you for success in the growing fields of health, fitness and sports performance.
The combined BS in Exercise Science and MS in Kinesiology at Montclair State University is an accelerated, five-year pathway that lets you earn both degrees faster and at a lower cost. Designed for motivated students, this program allows you to take graduate-level “swing courses” in your fourth year, giving you early access to advanced training and research opportunities.
With a focus on exercise physiology, biomechanics and sport science, you’ll build the expertise needed for careers in clinical exercise physiology, strength and conditioning and advanced exercise training roles. This pathway is also ideal preparation for doctoral programs or professional healthcare careers.
By completing your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just five years, you’ll save time, reduce costs, and gain a competitive edge in the health, fitness and sports performance industries—all while benefiting from mentored research and hands-on experience.

