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Phys Ed in Tennessee

Phys Ed Schools in Tennessee

2,273 Phys Ed students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.

In terms of popularity, Phys Ed is the 4th most popular major in the state out of a total 274 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Phys Ed Majors in Tennessee

Phys Ed majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,988
Master’s Degree 254
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 20
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 20
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 20
Post-Master’s Certificate 9
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 9
Associate Degree 2

Gender Distribution

In Tennessee, a phys ed major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of phys ed majors in Tennessee is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.3%
  • Black or African American: 23.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.4%
  • White: 59.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.1%
  • Other Races: 6.3%
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Jobs for Phys Ed Grads in Tennessee

9,190 people in the state and 606,360 in the nation are employed in jobs related to phys ed.

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Wages for Phys Ed Jobs in Tennessee

A typical salary for a phys ed grad in the state is $46,940, compared to a typical salary of $49,280 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Tennessee that offer phys ed degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

545 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
22,205 Total Students

The average student takes 4.57 years to complete their degree at UofM. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 71% are considered full time. A typical student attending UofM will pay a net price of $13,216.

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414 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
30,559 Total Students

The average student takes 4.31 years to complete their degree at UT Knoxville. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time. A typical student attending UT Knoxville will pay a net price of $19,400.

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207 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
11,728 Total Students

The average student takes 4.49 years to complete their degree at UT Chattanooga. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

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182 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
10,272 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.53 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. 100% of the teachers are full time.

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167 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
13,713 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $12,886. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 61% are considered full time.

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160 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
22,080 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,267. Most students complete their degree in 4.55 years.

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108 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
10,177 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 97% of students receive it. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,426.

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94 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
7,117 Total Students

15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $11,952.

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Belmont University

Nashville
79 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
8,204 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.18 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid. This private school has an average net price of $31,860.

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54 Degrees in Major Awarded
27% Graduation Rate
7,615 Total Students

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. It takes the average student 4.73 years to graduate.

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Phys Ed Careers in TN

Some of the careers phys ed majors go into include:

Job Title TN Job Growth TN Median Salary
Athletic Trainers 23% $43,810

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to phys ed.

Major Annual Graduates in TN
Recreation Administration 52
Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies 3
Other Parks & Recreation Studies 2

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