Health & Physical Education at Wichita State University
If you plan to study Health & Physical Education, consider the program at Wichita State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Wichita State University is located in Wichita, KS.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 60 health & physical education degrees were granted at Wichita State University.
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Studying Online at Wichita State University
Online coursework is an option at Wichita State University. Among 16,689 students, 4,761 (29%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,354 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at Wichita State University
Rankings can help you compare Wichita State University’s Health & Physical Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #2 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #5 of 18 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #14 of 109 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #49 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #302 of 952 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #427 of 953 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from Wichita State University
Those who finish Wichita State 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 | $31,882 |
| 2 years | $32,461 |
| 3 years | $38,571 |
| 4 years | $44,454 |
| 5 years | $50,431 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Health & Physical Education graduates from Wichita State University take home a median $44,454, compared with $52,641 for all Wichita State University graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Health & Physical Education graduates from Wichita State University is $23,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Health & Physical Education graduates at Wichita State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Health & Physical Education graduates at Wichita State University are 22% women (13) and 78% men (47).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at Wichita State University
Among the 39 bachelor’s health & physical education degrees awarded at Wichita State University, 13% were women (5) and 87% were men (34).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Wichita State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 15% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Wichita State University, lower than the national average of 40%.*
Health & Physical Education Master’s Program at Wichita State University
Among the 21 master’s health & physical education graduates at Wichita State University, 38% were women (8) and 62% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at Wichita State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at Wichita State University, below 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 Wichita State University
This Health & Physical Education program at Wichita State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sports Management | 60 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Students who finish Health & Physical Education program at Wichita State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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