Health & Physical Education at East Carolina University
If you are interested in studying Health & Physical Education, you may want to check out the program at East Carolina University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
East Carolina University is in Greenville, NC.
During the most recent reporting year, 115 health & physical education graduations were recorded at East Carolina University.
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Studying Online at East Carolina University
Online coursework is an option at East Carolina University. Among 26,940 students, 8,356 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,786 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at East Carolina University
These rankings give you a sense of how East Carolina University’s Health & Physical Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #11 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #12 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #74 of 243 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #91 of 242 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #412 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #417 of 952 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from East Carolina University
Graduates of East Carolina University’s Health & Physical Education program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,137 |
| 2 years | $35,117 |
| 3 years | $41,184 |
| 4 years | $44,608 |
| 5 years | $51,078 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Health & Physical Education graduates from East Carolina University take home a median $44,608, compared with $61,153 for all East Carolina University graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Health & Physical Education graduates from East Carolina University comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Health & Physical Education graduates at East Carolina University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Health & Physical Education graduates at East Carolina University are 37% women (42) and 63% men (73).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at East Carolina University
Among the 73 bachelor’s health & physical education graduates at East Carolina University, 30% were women (22) and 70% were men (51).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at East Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 43 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 19 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 37% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at East Carolina University, below the national average of 40%.*
Health & Physical Education Master’s Program at East Carolina University
Among the 31 master’s health & physical education degrees awarded at East Carolina University, 52% were women (16) and 48% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at East Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 42% of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at East Carolina 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 East Carolina University
This Health & Physical Education program at East Carolina University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sports Management | 11 |
| Exercise Science | 31 |
| Physical Fitness Technician | 30 |
| Sports Studies | 43 |
Best-Paid Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Graduates of the Health & Physical Education program at East Carolina University go on to a range of careers. Below are 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.