Health & Physical Education at Otterbein University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Health & Physical Education, consider the program at Otterbein University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Otterbein University sits in Westerville, OH.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 30 health & physical education degrees were awarded at Otterbein University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Otterbein University
Distance learning is available at Otterbein University. Among 2,332 students, 12 (1%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 350 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at Otterbein University
Rankings can help you compare Otterbein University’s Health & Physical Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #7 of 45 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #27 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #31 of 143 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #97 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #177 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #658 of 952 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from Otterbein University
Graduates of Otterbein University’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 | $33,872 |
| 2 years | $35,060 |
| 3 years | $43,144 |
| 4 years | $50,571 |
| 5 years | $55,035 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Health & Physical Education graduates from Otterbein University report median earnings of $50,571, compared with $62,117 for all Otterbein University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Health & Physical Education graduates from Otterbein University comes in at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Health & Physical Education graduates at Otterbein University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Health & Physical Education graduates at Otterbein University are 27% women (8) and 73% men (22).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at Otterbein University
Among the 30 bachelor’s health & physical education graduates at Otterbein University, 27% were women (8) and 73% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Otterbein University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Otterbein University, lower than 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 Otterbein University
This Health & Physical Education program at Otterbein University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sports Management | 16 |
| Outdoor Health & Fitness | 14 |
Top-Paying Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Graduates of the Health & Physical Education program at Otterbein University work across a variety of fields. 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.