Undergraduate
At Cornerstone University, you’ll get the full college experience with a Christ-centered worldview. Learn more about the undergraduate experience below.
At Cornerstone University, you’ll get the full college experience with a Christ-centered worldview. Learn more about the undergraduate experience below.
Persevere in what you know you’re capable of. Our programs for adults provide a creative approach to learning anchored in Christ-centered virtues as you follow your unwavering purpose.
Go further as an influencer in your work and community. Our graduate programs prepare you to open new doors as you reach your God-given potential.
At Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, we're dedicated to learning, serving and leading through rigorous scholarship and a humble approach to Scripture.
When athletes get injured, the first person they turn to is a physical therapist. Physical therapists have the knowledge and skills to bring them back to peak performance. Even after a minor or major surgery, people need physical therapists to gain full motion back in their bodies. The pre-physical therapy major at Cornerstone University prepares you to bring both compassion and care to your patients.
Of 2019 pre-physical therapy graduates were employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months.
Of graduates from the class of 2019 were employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Of students participate in internship or practicum experiences.
As a student in the exercise science: pre-physical therapy program, you will take six courses that act as prerequisites for most physical therapy graduate programs in Michigan. You can also tailor your classroom experience to reflect your own research interests and career goals.
When you graduate from the pre-physical therapy program at Cornerstone, you’ll be prepared to continue your education and become an experienced practitioner.
As a student at Cornerstone, you have the opportunity to take part in an internship that will supplement your education in the classroom. Here are some of the places our students intern at.
Your skills in physical therapy go beyond a career. At Cornerstone, we believe you were designed for a purpose—to use your gifts and talents to bring God’s kingdom here on earth.
The pre-physical therapy program at Cornerstone is designed to inspire your intellect, deepen your character and prepare you to lead in your career with influence and wisdom. Other exercise science concentrations include cardiac rehabilitation and pre-occupational therapy.
An introductory survey of the basic concepts of mechanics, heat, sound and wave motion. Appropriate for students in life sciences.
An introductory survey of the basic concepts of electricity, magnetism, light and modern physics. Appropriate for students in life sciences.
A basic introduction to psychology covering influential people, concepts, theories and methods. Topics include development, personality, perception, learning, biopsychology, psychological disorders and treatment.
Choose one of the following mathematics courses.
MAT-121 College Algebra
College Algebra introduces the study of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, in addition to the quadratic formula, geometric series, binomial series, systems of equations and probability.
MAT-122 Pre-calculus
This course serves as a collection of topics relevant to calculus-based courses. Focus will be given on exponential and logarithmic functions in addition to properties, graphs and applications of the sine, cosine and tangent functions, along with their reciprocals and inverse functions. Connections are made with right and oblique triangles, polar coordinates and equations concerning polar coordinates and conic sections.
MAT-131 Calculus I
The study of rates of change for polynomial, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, tangent lines, graphs, maximum values and areas. Applications of calculus will be modeled with graphing calculators.
Choose one of the following chemistry courses.
CHM-111 Principles of General Chemistry
Investigates properties of substances and the changes they can undergo. Special emphasis on laws of chemical combination, theories of atomic structure, periodic trends, kinetics, thermodynamics and chemical and physical equilibria. Explores proper biblical stewardship in chemical manufacturing, disposal and use.
CHM-121/122 General Chemistry I & II
CHM-121 General Chemistry I: Investigation of the composition and properties of substances and the changes they can undergo. Special emphasis on laws of chemical combination, theories of atomic structure, periodic trends, gas properties and thermodynamics, as well as activities to communicate the centrality of chemistry to historical development, modern civilization and life itself. Explores proper biblical
stewardship in chemical manufacturing, disposal and use.
CHM-122 General Chemistry II: A continuation of CHM-121 with emphasis on reaction types and rates, electrochemistry, equilibria, group properties, nuclear
chemistry and qualitative analysis. Addresses environmental concerns and safe handling and disposal of chemicals. Applications of chemical concepts to daily life are emphasized throughout the course.
Program learning outcomes are the foundation of a CU degree. Explore how our accounting program prepares you with the essential knowledge and 21st-century skills to reach your God-given potential and become a lifelong learner.
Destiny Noordyk (’17)The hands-on experience I received at Cornerstone prepared me for my future. My professors taught me in a way that allowed me to go confidently into the workplace.
Faculty in the Kinesiology, Science, Engineering & Mathematics program are dedicated to guiding students not only on their academic journey but also on their journey toward their career goals.
The Kinesiology, Science, Engineering & Mathematics Division at Cornerstone has several degree options to prepare you for a career in exercise science. Take a look at some of the other degree programs we offer.
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At Cornerstone University, you’ll get the full college experience with a Christ-centered worldview. Learn more about the undergraduate experience below.
Persevere in what you know you’re capable of. Our programs for adults provide a creative approach to learning anchored in Christ-centered virtues as you follow your unwavering purpose.
Go further as an influencer in your work and community. Our graduate programs prepare you to open new doors as you reach your God-given potential.
At Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, we’re dedicated to learning, serving and leading through rigorous scholarship and a humble approach to Scripture.