Health & Physical Education at University of Massachusetts-Boston
If you plan to study Health & Physical Education, you may want to check out the program at University of Massachusetts-Boston. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Massachusetts-Boston is in Boston, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 136 health & physical education graduations were recorded at University of Massachusetts-Boston.
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Online Class Availability at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Online coursework is an option at University of Massachusetts-Boston. Of 15,575 students, 1,700 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,357 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Use these rankings to compare University of Massachusetts-Boston’s Health & Physical Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #7 of 22 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #7 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #12 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #178 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #451 of 952 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #7 of 22 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #7 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #12 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #178 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #451 of 952 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston
Graduates of University of Massachusetts-Boston’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 | $33,849 |
| 2 years | $36,717 |
| 3 years | $47,550 |
| 4 years | $56,255 |
| 5 years | $69,810 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Health & Physical Education graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston take home a median $56,255, compared with $65,575 for all University of Massachusetts-Boston graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Health & Physical Education graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston stands at $26,808.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Health & Physical Education graduates at University of Massachusetts-Boston, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Health & Physical Education graduates at University of Massachusetts-Boston are 61% women (83) and 39% men (53).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Among the 126 bachelor’s health & physical education degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Boston, 63% were women (80) and 37% were men (46).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 48 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 29 |
| Black / African American | 24 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 60% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston, higher than the national average of 40%.*
Health & Physical Education Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Among the 10 master’s health & physical education degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Boston, 30% were women (3) and 70% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 30% of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Boston, lower 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 University of Massachusetts-Boston
The Health & Physical Education program at University of Massachusetts-Boston offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physical Education | 112 |
| Sports Studies | 24 |
Top-Paying Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Students who finish Health & Physical Education program at University of Massachusetts-Boston 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
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