Health & Physical Education at George Mason University
Fairfax, VA · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Health and Physical Education/Fitness
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
49
Optimistic
48
Base Case
46
Pessimistic
Earnings
$34,890/yr (12% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (25% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (128,800 openings/yr)
ROI
10.6x earnings multiple (3.7x 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 | $588K | $588K | $542K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 10.6x | 10.6x | 9.8x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 3.7x | 3.7x | 3.4x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 42% | 42% | 34% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 49 | 48 | 46 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$55,260
Out-of-state: $157,588 (3.7x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$21,651
7.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$61,833
77% growth from Year 1
About George Mason University
A 89% acceptance rate means George Mason University is accessible to most applicants, one of the larger campuses at 27,083 students in Fairfax, VA.
See all programs and financial aid at George Mason 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
What does a 48/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health & Physical Education at George Mason University?
At 48/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Health & Physical Education programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Is George Mason University one of the best schools for Health & Physical Education?
Among 529 Health & Physical Education programs, George Mason University's #79 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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