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Dual Doctor of Chiropractic/Exercise and Health Sciences M.S.

Develop Your Chiropractic Training

Enhance your Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Texas Chiropractic College with the theory and practice of University of Houston-Clear Lake's Master of Science in Exercise and Health Sciences. In this dual program, you'll expand your clinical chiropractic training with concurrent advanced studies in the physiological and physical mechanisms of exercise. Our Exercise and Health Sciences students design and implement evidence-based strength and conditioning programs, gaining exceptional practical experience and deep theoretical knowledge.

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Specialize into Exercise and Sport Science

This unique academic partnership with Texas Chiropractic College in Pasadena will prepare you to sit for state chiropractic licensing exams, while UHCL's master's degree will also equip you for medically oriented fields dealing with the research and practical application of exercise science. These two degrees are awarded by TCC and UHCL, respectively, providing a unique toolset for a specialized career.


Admission Requirements

So, have we convinced you that University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Human Science and Humanities is the next step in your pursuit of academic success? Learn what it takes to be admitted to help you reach your educational goals.



Degree Requirements

This degree has a specific set of courses you’ll need to complete before you can graduate from University of Houston-Clear Lake. Learn more about the classes that will help you complete the requirements of this degree. 


Dual Doctor of Chiropractic/M.S


Cost Information

Investigate the direction of your future with this look into the prospective costs of a degree from UHCL.


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Deadlines for Applying

  • Graduate Deadlines
  • Fall
    New Degree-Seeking Students - August 1
    Returning UHCL Students - August 15
  • Spring
    New Degree-Seeking Students - January 5
    Returning UHCL Students - January 15
  • Summer
    New Degree-Seeking Students - May 1
    Returning UHCL Students - May 25

Please note, some graduate programs have special deadlines and requirements. For more information, go to How to Apply as a Graduate Student. The online application is scheduled to close for Graduate students after the Formal UHCL Student deadline of each semester.

Applying After the Priority Deadline

New, non-degree seeking, and returning UHCL students applying after the deadlines above may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the appropriate graduate enrollment counselor for more information. A $50.00 Late Registration Fee or $50.00 Late Payment may apply.

Review the UHCL Academic Calendar for registration and payment dates and deadlines.


  • International Deadlines
  • Fall

    Priority Deadline - May 1
    Extended Deadline - June 1

  • Spring

    Deadline - October 1

  • Summer*

    Deadline - April 1

For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.

Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline

*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.


Locations

University of Houston-Clear Lake

University of Houston-Clear Lake

2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600

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Accreditations and Distinctions

The National Strength and Conditioning Association has recognized the Exercise and Health Sciences curriculum as preparing students for successful entrance into the career field.


Dual Doctor of Chiropractic/Exercise and Health Sciences M.S. Faculty

William E. Amonette
William E. Amonette

William E. Amonette

Program Director of Kinesiology and Professor in Exercise and Health Sciences,
Human Sciences and Humanities

Contact number: 281-283-3381
Email: amonette@uhcl.edu
Office: Recreation & Wellness, Suite 249

William E. Amonette Faculty Bio

Zachary Bell
Zachary Bell

Zachary Bell

Assistant Professor of Exercise and Health Science,
Human Sciences and Humanities

Email: bellz@uhcl.edu

Zachary Bell Faculty Bio

Jason Bentley
Jason Bentley

Jason Bentley

Assistant Professor of Exercise and Health Sciences,
Human Sciences and Humanities

Contact number: 281-283-3461
Email: bentley@uhcl.edu
Office: RWC 249.11

Jason Bentley Faculty Bio

Isabelle Kusters
Isabelle Kusters, Ph.D., MPH

Isabelle Kusters

Associate Professor, Exercise and Health Sciences,
Human Sciences and Humanities

Contact number: 281-283-3378
Email: kusters@uhcl.edu
Office: Recreation & Wellness Building 249

Isabelle Kusters Faculty Bio