The Undergraduate Research Honors Program (URHP) in Exercise Science at ETSU provides high-achieving students with advanced research opportunities, honors-level coursework, faculty mentorship, and exclusive scholarships. Students gain experience conducting research, completing a senior honors thesis, and preparing for graduate school or professional careers.
Why Choose URHP in Exercise Science?
- Conduct undergraduate research with expert faculty
- Complete a senior honors thesis tied to your career goals
- Develop skills for PT, OT, PA, MD, AT, S&C, and graduate research programs
- Receive $2,500 in scholarships each year (stackable)
- Apply for up to $1,250 in research support (starting Fall)
- Priority registration and exclusive access to Honors facilities
Applications Timeline
- Application Opens: November
- A link to the application will be posted here when application opens
- Application Deadline: February 6
- Selection Notifications: Mid-March
- Program Start: Fall Semester
Who Should Apply?
This program is ideal for highly motivated students who:
- Enjoy hands-on lab or applied human performance research
- Plan to pursue professional graduate programs (PT, OT, PA, AT, MD)
- Are interested in biomechanics, metabolism, physiology, sport science, or human performance
- Want small-group mentorship and advanced academic experiences
Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- Entering first-year students
- High School GPA ≧ 3.5
- ACT ≧ 25 or SAT ≧ 1130
- Current ETSU or Transfer GPA ≧ 3.5 in department/college coursework
- Current ETSU Exercise Science Majors:
- Completed at least 45 semester hours of undergraduate study (9 in Exercise Science)
- Maintained a GPA ≧ 3.5 in Exercise Science coursework
- Secured the mentorship of a full-time faculty member of the Department of Exercise & Sport Science or Allied Heath/Medical related department prior to submiting your application.
Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Exercise Science Honors Admissions Committee. The number of students addmitted is limited and will vary based on current number of students in the URHP.
Retention Requirements:
- 12–15 credits per semester
- GPA thresholds by credit hour
- Satisfactory academic progress
Graduation Requirements:
- Cumulative GPA ≧ 3.35
- All honors related and major courses completed
- Honors thesis completed and presented
- Thesis grades ≧ B
URHP Coordinator:
Mike Ramsey, Professor
Department of Exercise & Sport Science
Mini-Dome E315
423 439-4375
ramseym@etsu.edu