Academics
Academics
The Department of Kinesiology and Health follows the policies and procedures determined by the University.
Repeating Courses
For students in SAS, please go to SAS Repeating Courses to read the grade replacement policy.
For students in SEBS, please go to SEBS Repeating Courses to read the grade replacement policy.
Academic Integrity Policy
Academic Integrity - New Brunswick
This Policy defines violations of academic integrity and outlines the potential penalties for such violations and the process for adjudicating alleged violations. This Academic Integrity Policy applies to all schools and academic units of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.
Grade Appeal Process
Students who experience an issue with their grade in a course from our department (377 or 955) should first attempt to resolve the issue with the course instructor. Students and faculty are encouraged to do this via email to have written documentation of the grade issue and attempts at resolution.
If the student is unable to resolve the issue with the course instructor, the student should email the Undergraduate Director for the Department of Kinesiology and Health to explain the conflict, detail the grounds for an appeal, and attach a PDF of the emails demonstrating that the student attempted but was unsuccessful at resolving the issue with the course instructor. The Undergraduate Director will then contact the course instructor to do the same. After reviewing the issue and attempts at resolution, the Undergraduate Director will provide the student with a response in a timely manner (typically within 2-3 business days).
If the student is having a grade dispute and their course instructor is the Undergraduate Director for the Department of Kinesiology and Health, the student should email the Department Chair for the Department of Kinesiology and Health instead.
If, and only if, the grade dispute is still not resolved after discussions with instructor and the Undergraduate Director, the student will be directed to contact the Chair of the Department of Kinesiology and Health and will again, be asked to provide a PDF demonstrating the previous attempts at resolution.
If the student would like to appeal the Department decision, they need to contact their SAS/SEBS Dean.
Students should consult the University catalog for the general policy and regulations within their specific school pertaining to transfer credit for courses taken elsewhere.
Course "equivalency" is usually determined after admission to Rutgers. Students from community colleges in New Jersey can determine which courses transfer to Rutgers University, prior to admission, by referring to the website www.NJTransfer.org.
The Department of Kinesiology and Health will evaluate and approve "377" or “955” courses only. We do not evaluate transfer courses in the areas of biology, math, business, etc. Those evaluations must be done by the departments offering those courses.
Students wishing to take courses at other colleges or universities over the summer should check with the appropriate department to determine if a course is equivalent, and with their respective college (SAS or SEBS) for written pre-approval and to ensure the credit is transferable before it is taken. In addition, it is advisable to verify the acceptance of all transfer courses with your dean’s office.
Students planning on attending a biomedical graduate program (e.g., pre-med, pre-physician assistant, pre-dental, pre-vet) are strongly urged to contact the Health Professions Advising Office. This office provides students with crucial information concerning graduate admissions, schedules for appropriate standardized tests, keeps confidential files for letters of recommendation and generally assists students in the transition from undergraduate to graduate school.
The office is at Nelson Biology Laboratories, Room A-207, Busch Campus, Piscataway, NJ 08854-8082. Dr. Elizabeth Vogel, Associate Director,
Note: This office does not provide support for pre-PT or pre-OT students. It is strongly recommended that students applying to graduate programs in PT or OT maintain their own records of volunteer hours, personal achievements, and letters of recommendation.
All students majoring in the Exercise Science or Sport Management must complete an internship during their senior year.
01:377:493 - Internship in Exercise Science (3 credits) or
01:377:498 - Internship in Exercise Science (6 credits) Fall and Spring ONLY
01:955:490 - Internship in Sport Management (6 credits)
Note: 3 credits = 126 hours, 6 credits = 252 hours
Internships are designed as an apprentice-like experience during which students have the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills developed in the classroom in various professional settings.
To qualify for their senior internship, students must satisfy the following criteria:
- Complete a minimum of 90 credits, with a minimum of 20 credits in the major.
- Overall GPA must be at least 2.0.
- Major GPA must be at least 2.0.
- Meet all deadlines for submission of application, agreements and evaluations.
- Join the STEP 1 Canvas course site via email link per the schedule below.
Preparations for internship candidates occur the semester prior to the internship on the following schedule:
Spring Interns 2027 - October 1st - November 1st
Summer/Fall Interns 2027 - February 1st - March 1st
Fall 2026 Internships: (application period currently closed)
Spring 2027 Internship:
Eligible students should check this webpage and their official Rutgers email beginning October 1, 2026, for link to the Internship Step 1 Internship CANVAS page.
Applications will close on November 1, 2026 for Spring 2027 Internships
Step 1 Link Click Here
Students are given access to a course site with information outlining the procedures that must be followed to design and complete an internship. Students must register for the course and credits which can be completed during the fall or spring semester, or during summer session.
The department Internship Program Director will evaluate all the necessary paperwork connected with the internship, provide appropriate program information to the intern and site supervisor, and assign the final grade.
The Internship Agency Directory is a listing of available internships appropriate for each major. Students may nominate other potential internship agencies for possible approval by the internship director.
Note: Another internship course, Internship II (01:377:497, 01:955:497), is available after completing the internship required for the student's major. This course may not be used to fulfill any portion of the credits required as electives for the chosen major. Offered Spring and Fall only!
For more information, please email
Joanne Hunt
Internship Advising
Office Hours by appointment
Loree Classroom Building, Room 136