Health & Physical Education at Northwood University
If you plan to study Health & Physical Education, you may want to check out the program at Northwood University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northwood University sits in Midland, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 26 health & physical education degrees were granted at Northwood University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Northwood University
Online coursework is an option at Northwood University. Of 2,409 students, 1,178 (49%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 618 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at Northwood University
Use these rankings to compare Northwood University’s Health & Physical Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #18 of 28 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #28 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #99 of 143 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #132 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #595 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #829 of 952 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from Northwood University
Students who complete Northwood 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 | $29,440 |
| 2 years | $35,594 |
| 3 years | $38,949 |
| 4 years | $51,782 |
| 5 years | $57,234 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Health & Physical Education graduates from Northwood University earn a median of $51,782, compared with $62,441 for all Northwood University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Health & Physical Education graduates from Northwood University stands at $25,237.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Health & Physical Education graduates at Northwood University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Health & Physical Education graduates at Northwood University are 35% women (9) and 65% men (17).
Health & Physical Education Associate’s Program at Northwood University
Of the 1 associate’s health & physical education graduates at Northwood University, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education associate’s degree recipients at Northwood University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 1 |
Minority students account for 100% of Health & Physical Education associate’s degree recipients at Northwood University, higher than the national average of 65%.*
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at Northwood University
Among the 25 bachelor’s health & physical education graduates at Northwood University, 32% were women (8) and 68% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwood University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwood 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 Northwood University
This Health & Physical Education program at Northwood University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sports Management | 26 |
Top-Paying Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Those who complete Health & Physical Education program at Northwood University go on to a range of careers. Here are 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.
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