Our College’s undergraduate and graduate degree programs prepare students to move into a variety of careers that support the physical, mental, social and emotional needs of individuals, families and our communities.

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Alcohol and Drug Studies

The undergraduate program in alcohol and drug studies prepares students to enter the addiction field or prepare for an advanced degree.

Applied Health Science

The undergraduate and graduate programs in applied health science prepare students for rewarding careers and advanced degrees in community health, school health teaching, and alcohol and drug rehabilitation.

Athletic Training

The master's degree in athletic training prepares professionals to treat physically active patients as critical part of an integrated health care team.

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Our state of the art facilities and world-class educators prepare students for a fulfilling career as a dental hygienist or an advanced degree as an Advanced Dental Therapist.

Exercise Science

The Exercise Science Programs offer science-based and human-focus degrees in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Pre-Physical Therapy or Sports Medicine. All paths emphasizes practical, real-world experiences.

Family Consumer Science Education

Our undergraduate and graduate programs in Family Consumer Science Education will prepare you for careers educating or teaching in the areas of family consumer science.

Health and Physical Education

The undergraduate program in health and physical education empowers graduates to encourage all children to lead healthy and active lives through effective health and physical education programs.

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Minnesota State Mankato has a variety of undergraduate and graduate nursing programs, all designed to help meet the growing demand for health care professionals.

Nutrition & Dietetics

The Nutrition & Dietetics program provides the highest quality advisory, academic, and interactive opportunities all while developing confidence and competency for advancement following graduation to supervised practice, graduate studies or related employment.

Physical Education & Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE)

The BS in Physical Education-DAPE program prepares future educators for teaching students in PreK-12 about how to live a physically active and health-enhancing lifestyle.

Pre-Professional Programs

These pre-professional undergraduate programs are designed for students who are ready to take the first step in their educational journey toward a specific career path.

Recreation and Parks Leadership Studies

The Recreation and Parks Leadership Studies major offers career tracks in Recreation Leadership and Management and Cultural and Natural Resource Management.

Social Work

The Department of Social Work is home to BSSW and MSW programs that are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Social Work prepare students for generalist and advanced generalist practice and for licensure as a social work professional.

Sport Management

The undergraduate and graduate programs in Sport Management prepare students for careers or advanced degrees around the business of sports.

Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology

The master's degree in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology prepares graduates for continued study or fulfilling careers with athletes and physically active people through coaching, athletic training, health and wellness coaching, sports psychology consulting and more.