Health & Physical Education at Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Health and Physical Education/Fitness
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
56
Optimistic
55
Base Case
53
Pessimistic
Earnings
$37,218/yr (20% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (25% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (128,800 openings/yr)
ROI
14.0x earnings multiple (9.0x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Health & Physical Education graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $620K | $620K | $569K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 14.0x | 14.0x | 12.9x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 9.1x | 9.0x | 8.3x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 42% | 42% | 34% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 56 | 55 | 53 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$44,184
Out-of-state: $68,504 (9.0x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$26,000
8.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$67,680
82% growth from Year 1
About Fitchburg State University
With 90% of applicants admitted, Fitchburg State University prioritizes broad access, a smaller institution with 2,825 students in Fitchburg, MA.
See all programs and financial aid at Fitchburg State University →Top Career Paths
Entertainment and recreation managers, except gambling
$77,180/yr
Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary
$75,890/yr
Athletes and sports competitors
$62,360/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Fitchburg State University's Health & Physical Education program score?
This program scores 55/100, reflecting respectable but not exceptional financial outcomes for Health & Physical Education graduates.
Why does Fitchburg State University rank so high for Health & Physical Education?
The #13 ranking out of 529 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable relative to income, and the job market supports the field.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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