Health & Physical Education at University of South Carolina Aiken
If you plan to study Health & Physical Education, take a look at what University of South Carolina Aiken. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Carolina Aiken is located in Aiken, SC.
During the most recent reporting year, 44 health & physical education degrees were granted at University of South Carolina Aiken.
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Studying Online at University of South Carolina Aiken
Online coursework is an option at University of South Carolina Aiken. Among 4,022 students, 1,269 (32%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,440 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at University of South Carolina Aiken
These rankings give you a sense of how University of South Carolina Aiken’s Health & Physical Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #2 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #15 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #64 of 242 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #212 of 243 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #333 of 952 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #898 of 953 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from University of South Carolina Aiken
Graduates of University of South Carolina Aiken’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 | $25,013 |
| 2 years | $26,121 |
| 3 years | $32,520 |
| 4 years | $42,282 |
| 5 years | $52,499 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Health & Physical Education graduates from University of South Carolina Aiken take home a median $42,282, compared with $49,686 for all University of South Carolina Aiken graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Health & Physical Education graduates from University of South Carolina Aiken stands at $30,975.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Health & Physical Education graduates at University of South Carolina Aiken, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Health & Physical Education graduates at University of South Carolina Aiken are 68% women (30) and 32% men (14).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at University of South Carolina Aiken
Of the 44 bachelor’s health & physical education degrees awarded at University of South Carolina Aiken, 68% were women (30) and 32% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina Aiken.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 13 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 41% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina Aiken, 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 University of South Carolina Aiken
The Health & Physical Education program at University of South Carolina Aiken offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Exercise Science | 44 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Students who finish Health & Physical Education program at University of South Carolina Aiken go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Health & Physical Education graduates, 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.