Health & Physical Education at Marshall University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Health & Physical Education, consider the program at Marshall University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Marshall University is in Huntington, WV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 55 health & physical education degrees were awarded at Marshall University.
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Online Class Availability at Marshall University
Many students take online classes at Marshall University. Among 11,958 students, 2,413 (20%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,563 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at Marshall University
Use these rankings to compare Marshall University’s Health & Physical Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | West Virginia | #1 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #4 of 11 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 242 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #78 of 243 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #128 of 952 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #430 of 953 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from Marshall University
Those who finish Marshall 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 | $26,069 |
| 2 years | $26,678 |
| 4 years | $55,966 |
| 5 years | $60,936 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Health & Physical Education graduates from Marshall University report median earnings of $55,966, compared with $62,090 for all Marshall University graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Health & Physical Education graduates from Marshall University is $24,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Health & Physical Education graduates at Marshall University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Health & Physical Education graduates at Marshall University are 42% women (23) and 58% men (32).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at Marshall University
Among the 52 bachelor’s health & physical education graduates at Marshall University, 42% were women (22) and 58% were men (30).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Marshall University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 41 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 15% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Marshall University, lower than the national average of 40%.*
Health & Physical Education Master’s Program at Marshall University
Of the 3 master’s health & physical education graduates at Marshall University, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at Marshall University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
*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 Marshall University
This Health & Physical Education program at Marshall University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sports Management | 18 |
| Exercise Science | 37 |
Best-Paid Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Graduates of the Health & Physical Education program at Marshall 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.