Health & Physical Education at Florida Gulf Coast University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Health & Physical Education, take a look at what Florida Gulf Coast University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida Gulf Coast University is located in Fort Myers, FL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 55 health & physical education degrees were granted at Florida Gulf Coast University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Florida Gulf Coast University
Online coursework is an option at Florida Gulf Coast University. Among 16,612 students, 2,496 (15%) studied exclusively online and 8,653 (52%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at Florida Gulf Coast University
Use these rankings to compare Florida Gulf Coast University’s Health & Physical Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #8 of 29 |
| Best Value | Florida | #8 of 29 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 242 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #37 of 243 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #147 of 952 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #218 of 953 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University
Those who finish Florida Gulf Coast 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 | $28,861 |
| 2 years | $40,485 |
| 4 years | $48,144 |
| 5 years | $47,299 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Health & Physical Education graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University report median earnings of $48,144, compared with $55,050 for all Florida Gulf Coast University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Health & Physical Education graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University comes in at $15,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Health & Physical Education graduates at Florida Gulf Coast University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Health & Physical Education graduates at Florida Gulf Coast University are 47% women (26) and 53% men (29).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at Florida Gulf Coast University
Among the 55 bachelor’s health & physical education graduates at Florida Gulf Coast University, 47% were women (26) and 53% were men (29).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Florida Gulf Coast University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 33 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 36% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Florida Gulf Coast University, below the national average of 40%.*
*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 Florida Gulf Coast University
This Health & Physical Education program at Florida Gulf Coast University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Exercise Science | 55 |
Top-Paying Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Students who finish Health & Physical Education program at Florida Gulf Coast University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Health & Physical Education majors, 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 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $54,441 |
| 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.