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 WKU ranks among other schools offering degrees in phys ed.
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The bachelor's program at WKU was ranked #159 on College Factual's Best Schools for phys ed list. It is also ranked #4 in Kentucky.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Western Kentucky University handed out 122 bachelor's degrees in health & physical education. This is a decrease of 11% over the previous year when 137 degrees were handed out.
Phys Ed majors who earn their bachelor's degree from WKU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $26,359 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $28,522 for all phys ed students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at WKU, phys ed students borrow a median amount of $24,593 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 $26,000.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the phys ed program at WKU is $278 per month.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the phys ed majors at Western Kentucky University.
The phys ed program at WKU awarded 122 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 61% of these degrees went to men with the other 39% going to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at WKU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 75% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Kentucky University with a bachelor's in phys ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 17 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 91 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 8 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Recreation Administration | 108 |
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