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Health & Physical Education Schools in South Carolina

175 students earned Phys Ed degrees in South Carolina in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Health & Physical Education is the 18th most popular major in the state out of a total 168 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Health & Physical Education Majors in South Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 171
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In South Carolina, 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 South Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.7%
  • Black or African American: 13.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.7%
  • White: 57.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 20.6%
  • Other Races: 4.6%
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Jobs for Health & Physical Education Grads in South Carolina

There are 7,820 people in the state and 606,360 people in the nation working in phys ed jobs.

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Wages for Health & Physical Education Jobs in South Carolina

In this state, phys ed grads earn an average of $42,590. Nationwide, they make an average of $49,280.

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There are 7 colleges in South Carolina that offer phys ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

55 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
35,470 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.18 years to graduate. 94% of students get financical aid. 72% of the teachers are full time.

53 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
26,406 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $21,262. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.70%. The average student takes 4.32 years to complete their degree at Clemson.

#3

Coker University

Hartsville
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
35% Graduation Rate
1,087 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.15 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $30,872 a year.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
3,740 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.10%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,559. The full-time teacher rate is 68%.

#5

Winthrop University

Rock Hill
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
5,576 Total Students

12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 61%. In their early career, Winthrop grads earn an average salary of $35,336.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
10,118 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. The average student takes 4.35 years to complete their degree at Coastal Carolina University. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

#7

Bob Jones University

Greenville
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
3,029 Total Students

12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, Bob Jones University grads earn an average salary of $33,798. Most students complete their degree in 4.22 years.

Health & Physical Education Careers in SC

Some of the careers phys ed majors go into include:

Job Title SC Job Growth SC Median Salary
Athletic Trainers 24% $42,480
Exercise Physiologists 20% $41,080
Coaches and Scouts 14% $38,980
Recreation and Fitness Studies Professors 12% $61,300
Athletes and Sports Competitors 8% $30,470

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

Major Annual Graduates in SC
Recreation Administration 45

View all majors related to Health & Physical Education

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