Resources and Links
Forms
MS Health and Exercise Science (pdf)
MS Exercise Physiology (pdf)
MS Health Promotion (pdf)
MS Sports Data Analytics (pdf)
Ph.D. Cellular and Behavioral Neurobiology: Exercise Physiology (pdf)
Ph.D. Exercise Physiology (pdf)
Ph.D. Health Promotion (pdf)
Travel Award Online Application (links to external site)
Travel Award Eligibility and Guidelines
The Department of Health and Exercise Science makes available a limited amount of travel funding for outstanding HES undergraduate and graduate students making strong progress toward degree completion.
Eligibility and Guidelines
- Must be formally declared as a HES major
- Must be in good academic standing and have an OU GPA of 3.00 or better
- Must be enrolled during the semester in which they receive the award, excluding summer
- The application must be submitted at least 30 days prior to travel
- Eligible students can receive one travel award per academic year
- Cannot be used to defray the cost of any study abroad program
- Graduate students may request up to $200 for any academic-related travel
To apply, complete the online application at least 30 days prior to your travel dates. You will receive a decision letter through email no later than 14 days prior to your planned travel.
If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Health and Exercise Science at (405) 325-5211 or email hesdept@ou.edu.
Departmental Scholarships
All departmental scholarship applications must be received by Dr. Rebecca Larson by February 2, 2024, at 5 p.m.
Scholarships for master's students
G. Michael Simms Scholarship
The Department of Health and Exercise Science will award a $500 merit scholarship to the selected master's student who exhibits excellence in scholarship and significant contributions to the university, department, and profession.
Email application materials to Dr. Rebecca Larson
Eligibility Criteria and Application Instructions
Travis Beck Memorial Scholarship
The Travis Beck Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Dr. Beck and his service to the Department of Health and Exercise Science. Each year a $250 award is given to an eligible master's student currently enrolled in the Department of Health and Exercise Science. Students may apply for the award each year they are eligible and students may receive the award more than once.
Email application materials to Dr. Rebecca Larson
Eligibility Criteria and Application Instructions
Scholarships for doctoral students
Helen Riddle Research Scholarship
This scholarship is to support innovative doctoral student research for candidates who have completed their General Examinations.
Email application materials to Dr. Rebecca Larson
Eligibility Criteria and Application Instructions
Doctoral Scholarship Award
This scholarship is to recognize significant academic achievements for those enrolled in one of the department's doctoral programs.
Email application materials to Dr. Rebecca Larson
Eligibility Criteria and Application Instructions
Travis Beck Memorial Scholarship
The Travis Beck Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Dr. Beck and his service to the Department of Health and Exercise Science. Each year a $1,000 award is given to an eligible doctoral student currently enrolled in the Department of Health and Exercise Science. Students may apply for the award each year they are eligible for, and students may receive the award more than once.
Email application materials to Dr. Rebecca Larson
Eligibility Criteria and Application Instructions
Related Links
Certifications
Group Exercise Instructor (ACSM)
Certified Personal Trainer (ACSM)
Exercise Physiologist (ACSM)
Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM)
Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer (ACSM)
Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist (ACSM)
Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (ACSM)
Certified Health Education Specialist (NCHEC)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
