Health & Physical Education at Southwest Minnesota State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Health & Physical Education, consider the program at Southwest Minnesota State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southwest Minnesota State University is located in Marshall, MN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 37 health & physical education graduations were recorded at Southwest Minnesota State University.
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Studying Online at Southwest Minnesota State University
Distance learning is available at Southwest Minnesota State University. Of 8,214 students, 1,293 (16%) studied exclusively online and 730 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at Southwest Minnesota State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Southwest Minnesota State University’s Health & Physical Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #3 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #15 of 18 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #23 of 109 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #72 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #372 of 952 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #636 of 953 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from Southwest Minnesota State University
Graduates of Southwest Minnesota State 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 | $30,486 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $38,895 |
| 4 years | $44,463 |
| 5 years | $49,713 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Health & Physical Education graduates from Southwest Minnesota State University report median earnings of $44,463, compared with $55,618 for all Southwest Minnesota State University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Health & Physical Education graduates from Southwest Minnesota State University is $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Health & Physical Education graduates at Southwest Minnesota State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Health & Physical Education graduates at Southwest Minnesota State University are 46% women (17) and 54% men (20).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at Southwest Minnesota State University
Among the 36 bachelor’s health & physical education degrees awarded at Southwest Minnesota State University, 44% were women (16) and 56% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Southwest Minnesota State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Southwest Minnesota State 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 Southwest Minnesota State University
The Health & Physical Education program at Southwest Minnesota State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physical Education | 7 |
| Exercise Science | 30 |
Top-Paying Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Those who complete Health & Physical Education program at Southwest Minnesota State University pursue many career paths. Here are 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.
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