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Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Iowa State University

Ames, IA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $36,492/yr (18% vs median)

AI Risk Moderate (25% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (128,800 openings/yr)

ROI 13.8x earnings multiple (5.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #23 of 529 Health and Physical Education/Fitness programs Top 5%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Health and Physical Education/Fitness graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$581K	$580K	$536K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	13.8x	13.8x	12.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.2x	5.2x	4.8x
Probability of Field Employment	42%	42%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	53	53	51

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$41,988

Out-of-state: $110,732 (5.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$72,660

-73% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$23,204

7.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$61,453

68% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $36,492 per year, Health and Physical Education/Fitness graduates from Iowa State University earn slightly above the $31,057 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

With a 13.8x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 8% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Health and Physical Education/Fitness career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $23,204 against $36,492/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

Iowa State University ranks #23 among 529 Health and Physical Education/Fitness programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The $36,492-to-$61,453 earnings arc over five years reflects a 68% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Iowa State University

With 89% of applicants admitted, Iowa State University prioritizes broad access, serving a student body of 25,033 in Ames, IA.

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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

View all 7 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 53/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Iowa State University?

At 53/100, Iowa State University's Health and Physical Education/Fitness program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Is Iowa State University one of the best schools for Health and Physical Education/Fitness?

Among 529 Health and Physical Education/Fitness programs, Iowa State University's #23 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. See full methodology →