by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2020-2021, other health and physical education/fitness was the 392nd most popular major nationwide with 1,441 degrees awarded. This represents a 7.7% increase in other health and physical education/fitness degrees awarded over the prior year's total of 1,330.
Our 2023 Best Outdoor Health & Physical Education/Fitness Schools ranking analyzes 30 of these schools to determine the best overall colleges for other health and physical education/fitness students. Continue reading to check out one of our many unbiased rankings of other health and physical education/fitness programs later in this article.
other health and physical education/fitness degree applicants generally need have finished high school or their GED. Many schools may also have GPA and SAT/ACT score minimums that must be met. Once you obtain your degree, additional other health and physical education/fitness certifications required to pursue a career in this field.
Outdoor Health & Physical Education/Fitness degree levels vary. You can get anything from a in other health and physical education/fitness to the highest other health and physical education/fitness degree, a . The type of other health and physical education/fitness degree you choose will determine how long it takes to get your diploma.
| Degree | Credit Requirements | Typical Program Length |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 60-70 credits | 2 years |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 120 credits | 4 years |
| Master’s Degree | 50-70 credits | 1-3 years |
| Doctorate | Program required coursework including thesis or dissertation | At least 4 years |
As you might expect, salaries for other health and physical education/fitness graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.
Outdoor Health & Physical Education/Fitness is one of 5 different types of Health & Physical Education programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 32,740 |
| Sports Management | 16,971 |
| Sports Kinesiology and Physical Education/Fitness General | 13,944 |
| Physical Fitness Technician | 1,436 |
| Sports Studies | 614 |
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