Health & Physical Education at Gardner-Webb University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Health & Physical Education, take a look at what Gardner-Webb University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Gardner-Webb University is in Boiling Springs, NC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 42 health & physical education degrees were awarded at Gardner-Webb University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Gardner-Webb University
Distance learning is available at Gardner-Webb University. Among 3,104 students, 1,075 (35%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 890 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at Gardner-Webb University
Rankings can help you compare Gardner-Webb University’s Health & Physical Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #9 of 41 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #34 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #39 of 243 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #202 of 242 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #227 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #755 of 952 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from Gardner-Webb University
Students who complete Gardner-Webb University’s Health & Physical Education program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,205 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $39,813 |
| 4 years | $43,815 |
| 5 years | $54,289 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Health & Physical Education graduates from Gardner-Webb University take home a median $43,815, compared with $61,241 for all Gardner-Webb University graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Health & Physical Education graduates at Gardner-Webb University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Health & Physical Education graduates at Gardner-Webb University are 24% women (10) and 76% men (32).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at Gardner-Webb University
Among the 13 bachelor’s health & physical education degrees awarded at Gardner-Webb University, 38% were women (5) and 62% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Gardner-Webb University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 23% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Gardner-Webb University, below the national average of 40%.*
Health & Physical Education Master’s Program at Gardner-Webb University
Of the 29 master’s health & physical education graduates at Gardner-Webb University, 17% were women (5) and 83% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at Gardner-Webb University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Black / African American | 11 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 41% of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at Gardner-Webb 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 Gardner-Webb University
This Health & Physical Education program at Gardner-Webb University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physical Education | 11 |
| Sports Management | 31 |
Top-Paying Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Graduates of the Health & Physical Education program at Gardner-Webb University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Health & Physical Education majors, 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.