by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Eastern ranks among other schools offering degrees in phys ed.
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The bachelor's program at Eastern was ranked #329 on College Factual's Best Schools for phys ed list. It is also ranked #5 in Kentucky.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Eastern Kentucky University handed out 72 bachelor's degrees in health & physical education. This is a decrease of 17% over the previous year when 87 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 25 students received their master’s degree in phys ed from Eastern. This makes it the #101 most popular school for phys ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of phys ed students who receive their bachelor's degree at Eastern is $29,632. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $30,571 for all phys ed students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Eastern, phys ed students borrow a median amount of $27,928 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all phys ed bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $28,017.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the phys ed program at Eastern is $241 per month.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Eastern paid an average of $855 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $410 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,830 | $20,520 |
| Fees | $300 | $300 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,735 | $11,735 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,800 | $2,800 |
Learn more about Eastern tuition and fees.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 72 phys ed majors earned their bachelor's degree from Eastern. Of these graduates, 46% were men and 54% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 75% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a bachelor's in phys ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 9 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 54 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Eastern does not offer an online option for its phys ed bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Eastern Online Learning page.
Phys Ed majors graduating with a master's degree from Eastern make a median salary of $37,812 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $44,941.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 18 students graduated with a master's degree in phys ed from Eastern. About 61% were men and 39% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 61% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a master's in phys ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the phys ed majors at Eastern Kentucky University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Recreation Administration | 28 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.