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Health & Physical Education Schools in Kentucky

190 students earned Phys Ed degrees in Kentucky in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Health & Physical Education is the 20th most popular major out of a total 180 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Health & Physical Education Majors in Kentucky

Phys Ed majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 151
Post-Master’s Certificate 36
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 36
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3

Gender Distribution

In Kentucky, a phys ed major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of phys ed majors in Kentucky is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.5%
  • Black or African American: 17.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.9%
  • White: 67.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.2%
  • Other Races: 3.2%
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Jobs for Health & Physical Education Grads in Kentucky

In this state, there are 5,530 people employed in jobs related to a phys ed degree, compared to 606,360 nationwide.

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Wages for Health & Physical Education Jobs in Kentucky

A typical salary for a phys ed grad in the state is $40,600, compared to a typical salary of $49,280 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in Kentucky that offer phys ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

55 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
22,211 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.40%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $40,653 a year. A typical student attending UofL will pay a net price of $16,828.

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
29,986 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,231 a year. It takes the average student 4.37 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
17,517 Total Students

98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The 6.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,522.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
14,465 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $34,723 a year. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

#5

Campbellsville University

Campbellsville
15 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
12,771 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $32,356 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 90% of students receive it. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 9.60%.

#6

Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
16,211 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 97% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
9,304 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,395 a year. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.20%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

#8

Union College Kentucky

Barbourville
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
27% Graduation Rate
1,179 Total Students

In their early career, Union College grads earn an average salary of $31,293. Most students complete their degree in 4.38 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

Health & Physical Education Careers in KY

Some of the careers phys ed majors go into include:

Job Title KY Job Growth KY Median Salary
Athletic Trainers 20% $46,210
Athletes and Sports Competitors 17% $31,560
Coaches and Scouts 12% $28,260
Exercise Physiologists 8% $42,270
Recreation and Fitness Studies Professors 5% $66,630

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to phys ed.

Major Annual Graduates in KY
Recreation Administration 89

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