Health & Physical Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign sits in Champaign, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 208 health & physical education degrees were granted at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Distance learning is available at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Among 59,238 students, 9,212 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,831 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Rankings can help you compare University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Health & Physical Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #2 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 143 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 34 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #32 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #259 of 952 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #2 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 143 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 34 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #32 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #259 of 952 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Graduates of University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’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 | $24,883 |
| 2 years | $32,284 |
| 3 years | $41,718 |
| 4 years | $60,121 |
| 5 years | $74,221 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Health & Physical Education graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign take home a median $60,121, compared with $91,048 for all University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Health & Physical Education graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign stands at $21,425.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Health & Physical Education graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Health & Physical Education graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are 53% women (110) and 47% men (98).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Of the 188 bachelor’s health & physical education degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 52% were women (98) and 48% were men (90).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 89 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 34 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 36 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 49% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, higher than the national average of 40%.*
Health & Physical Education Master’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 13 master’s health & physical education graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 62% were women (8) and 38% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 31% of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Health & Physical Education Doctoral Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Of the 7 doctoral health & physical education graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 57% were women (4) and 43% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 14% of Health & Physical Education doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, below the national average of 19%.*
*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 University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
This Health & Physical Education program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Exercise Science | 208 |
Top-Paying Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Students who finish Health & Physical Education program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign pursue many career paths. Here 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.