Prospective students interested in pursuing an MS or PhD in Kinesiology are encouraged to complete the UMass NMBL Prospective Graduate Student Questionnaire. Completion of this questionnaire is required to be considered for an open position. Contact Dr. Roelker (sroelker@umass.edu) for questions about research and details of the open positions. For general admissions questions please contact the School of Public Health & Health Sciences Graduate Admissions Coordinator. Visit the Kinesiology Departmental website for more information about our graduate programs and admissions.
Application Submission and Review Steps
Complete the UMass NMBL Prospective Graduate Student Questionnaire - Deadline has passed
Dr. Roelker will review all submitted questionnaires. Select applicants will be invited for a virtual interview in mid November. It is recommended that applicants work on preparing their formal Graduate School application during this time.
Submit your formal Graduate School application.
Priority Deadline: Deadline Has Passed
Final Deadline: Deadline Has Passed
Priority consideration will be given to applicants who submit their formal application packet to the Graduate School by the Priority Deadline.
Highly motivated undergraduate students with an interest in learning about biomechanics research and human movement are encouraged to contact Dr. Roelker (sroelker@umass.edu) about current research opportunities for undergraduate students.