Health & Physical Education at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
If you are interested in studying Health & Physical Education, you may want to check out the program at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is in Knoxville, TN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 438 health & physical education degrees were awarded at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Many students take online classes at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Of 38,728 students, 3,176 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 12,105 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Use these rankings to compare The University of Tennessee-Knoxville’s Health & Physical Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #1 of 26 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #11 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 243 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 953 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #97 of 242 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #411 of 952 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #1 of 26 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #11 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 243 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 953 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #97 of 242 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #411 of 952 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Students who complete The University of Tennessee-Knoxville’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 | $27,562 |
| 2 years | $27,958 |
| 3 years | $39,231 |
| 4 years | $50,482 |
| 5 years | $61,262 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Health & Physical Education graduates from The University of Tennessee-Knoxville report median earnings of $50,482, compared with $64,105 for all The University of Tennessee-Knoxville graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Health & Physical Education graduates from The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is $21,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Health & Physical Education graduates at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, by degree type.
Program-wide, Health & Physical Education graduates at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville are 59% women (259) and 41% men (179).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Among the 398 bachelor’s health & physical education graduates at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, 60% were women (239) and 40% were men (159).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 320 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| Black / African American | 28 |
| Asian | 16 |
| Two or More Races | 17 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, below the national average of 40%.*
Health & Physical Education Master’s Program at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Among the 35 master’s health & physical education degrees awarded at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, 51% were women (18) and 49% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Health & Physical Education Doctoral Program at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Among the 5 doctoral health & physical education degrees awarded at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, 40% were women (2) and 60% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education doctoral degree recipients at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
This Health & Physical Education program at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sports Management | 165 |
| Exercise Science | 273 |
Best-Paid Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Those who complete Health & Physical Education program at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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.