Health & Physical Education at Westfield State University
If you are interested in studying Health & Physical Education, you may want to check out the program at Westfield State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Westfield State University sits in Westfield, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 35 health & physical education degrees were awarded at Westfield State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Westfield State University
Online coursework is an option at Westfield State University. Among 4,588 students, 515 (11%) studied exclusively online and 2,058 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Health & Physical Education Rankings at Westfield State University
Rankings can help you compare Westfield State University’s Health & Physical Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #5 of 20 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #12 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #21 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #304 of 953 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #491 of 952 |
Earnings for Health & Physical Education Graduates from Westfield State University
Graduates of Westfield State University’s Health & Physical Education program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,057 |
| 2 years | $31,647 |
| 3 years | $39,936 |
| 4 years | $48,343 |
| 5 years | $66,151 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Health & Physical Education graduates from Westfield State University earn a median of $48,343, compared with $52,209 for all Westfield State University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Health & Physical Education graduates from Westfield State University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Health & Physical Education graduates at Westfield State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Health & Physical Education graduates at Westfield State University are 60% women (21) and 40% men (14).
Health & Physical Education Bachelor’s Program at Westfield State University
Of the 29 bachelor’s health & physical education degrees awarded at Westfield State University, 62% were women (18) and 38% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Westfield State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 28% of Health & Physical Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Westfield State University, below the national average of 40%.*
Health & Physical Education Master’s Program at Westfield State University
Among the 5 master’s health & physical education degrees awarded at Westfield State University, 60% were women (3) and 40% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at Westfield State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 20% of Health & Physical Education master’s degree recipients at Westfield State University, below the national average of 34%.*
*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 Westfield State University
The Health & Physical Education program at Westfield State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physical Education | 35 |
Best-Paid Careers for Health & Physical Education Graduates
Those who complete Health & Physical Education program at Westfield State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
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