Whether you're just starting a new career or hoping to advance your current career, Lionel University is designed for you.
Lionel is the ONLY University in the country devoted solely to fitness education. The 100% online curriculum focuses on real-world principles, and is specifically created to help you apply your knowledge to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.
Each student is assigned a program advisor who is available to answer questions, provide support, and guide your progress through the program. Instructors engage from day one, hold regular office hours via the online classroom, and provide individual in-depth feedback.
The degree program is structured so that you earn personal training and fitness credentials as you progress. Depending on your degree plan, you could earn your first personal training cert within the first 10 weeks.
Proud to be accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
There is no cost to apply and no test scores are required for admission. Up to 2/3 of the degree requirements can be fulfilled through transfer credit, and evaluations are completed at no charge.
Our 100% online curriculum is built to flex with your busy schedule. With classes starting almost every month, the College of Exercise Science empowers you to complete your education on your timeline.
Our curriculum is developed and honed by seasoned fitness professionals with decades of experience, and taught by a team of engaging faculty committed to helping you succeed in your career of choice.
Federal student aid is available for eligible students in the bachelor’s degree program, associate degree program, or the Master Trainer certificate program. Additionally, active duty military, military spouses, and veterans can use their TA, CA, MyCAA, and GI Bill® benefits for program tuition.
Your online classroom connects you with world-class instructors and committed classmates that share your passion for wellness, all from the comfort of home. You’ll participate in online, collaborative learning with other students, view multimedia presentations of course content, and engage in ongoing forum discussions with instructors and students.
For a 10-week session, a student should be prepared to spend 3 hours a week on coursework for every course credit.
All degree programs including the Master Trainer Certificate program are eligible for federal student aid. To be eligible, students must
All programs qualify for VA Benefits and Active Duty Military Tuition Assistance (TA).
The associate degree qualifies for MyCAA.
Beginning your application is easy. Simply fill out the form above and we will walk you through the rest. If you have any questions during, you can ask directly in the application, or give us a call at 800-650-4772.
Yes! Transfer credit is accepted and encouraged. Up to 2/3 of degree requirements can be fulfilled through transfer. NCCA-approved certification courses and ISSA LLC certification courses count toward degree requirements with competency exam (2 max). Transfer credit evaluations are completed at no charge. Official transcripts from the originating institution are required.
Tuition rates for Lionel University are nearly 30% lower than in-state tuition of our local UC (University of California) system.
Textbooks are embedded in each online classroom as a provision of Library Services and are available to each student at no cost. That's $0 for textbooks.
Tuition is structured according to the number of credits you register for each quarter, allowing you to pay as you go, rather than invest in the entire year's tuition upfront.
Current tuition is $333/credit. Quarterly costs for a full-time student are estimated at around $3,996.
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