Health & Physical Education at Metropolitan State University of Denver
If you plan to study Health & Physical Education, you may want to check out the program at Metropolitan State University of Denver. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is in Denver, CO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 88 health & physical education graduations were recorded at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
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Online & Distance Learning at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Many students take online classes at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Among 18,453 students, 4,515 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,384 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Rankings can help you compare Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Health & Physical Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #3 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 26 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #9 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #265 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #297 of 952 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver
Graduates of Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Health & Physical Education program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,408 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $39,949 |
| 4 years | $46,387 |
| 5 years | $51,799 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Health & Physical Education graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver take home a median $46,387, compared with $53,722 for all Metropolitan State University of Denver graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Health & Physical Education graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver is $22,292.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Health & Physical Education graduates at Metropolitan State University of Denver, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Health & Physical Education graduates at Metropolitan State University of Denver are 40% women (35) and 60% men (53).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Of the 88 bachelor’s health & physical education graduates at Metropolitan State University of Denver, 40% were women (35) and 60% were men (53).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 46 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 29 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 47% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Metropolitan State University of Denver, above 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 Metropolitan State University of Denver
This Health & Physical Education program at Metropolitan State University of Denver includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physical Education | 1 |
| Sports Management | 31 |
| Exercise Science | 56 |
Best-Paid Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Graduates of the Health & Physical Education program at Metropolitan State University of Denver pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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.