Health & Physical Education at Aurora University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Health & Physical Education, consider the program at Aurora University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Aurora University is located in Aurora, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 85 health & physical education degrees were granted at Aurora University.
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Studying Online at Aurora University
Many students take online classes at Aurora University. Among 5,923 students, 1,827 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 802 (14%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at Aurora University
These rankings give you a sense of how Aurora University’s Health & Physical Education program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #8 of 34 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #19 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #27 of 143 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #62 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #481 of 952 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from Aurora University
Graduates of Aurora University’s Health & Physical Education program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,066 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Health & Physical Education graduates from Aurora University comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Health & Physical Education graduates at Aurora University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Health & Physical Education graduates at Aurora University are 38% women (32) and 62% men (53).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at Aurora University
Of the 65 bachelor’s health & physical education degrees awarded at Aurora University, 31% were women (20) and 69% were men (45).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Aurora University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 39 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 38% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Aurora University, below the national average of 40%.*
Health & Physical Education Master’s Program at Aurora University
Among the 20 master’s health & physical education degrees awarded at Aurora University, 60% were women (12) and 40% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at Aurora University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 40% of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at Aurora University, higher than the national average of 34%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Health & Physical Education Concentrations at Aurora University
The Health & Physical Education program at Aurora University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sports Management | 34 |
| Exercise Science | 51 |
Top-Paying Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Graduates of the Health & Physical Education program at Aurora University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Health & Physical Education graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling | $170,172 |
| Exercise Physiologists | $144,072 |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $84,688 |
| Athletic Trainers | $79,834 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $78,709 |
| Athletes and Sports Competitors | $39,714 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.