Health & Physical Education at Iowa State University
Ames, IA · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Health and Physical Education/Fitness
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
53
Optimistic
53
Base Case
51
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)
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 | $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)
Median Debt at Graduation
$23,204
7.6 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$61,453
68% growth from Year 1
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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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 53/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health & Physical Education at Iowa State University?
At 53/100, Iowa State University's Health & Physical Education program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
Is Iowa State University one of the best schools for Health & Physical Education?
Among 529 Health & Physical Education 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.
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