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Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Minnesota State University-Mankato

Mankato, MN · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $32,860/yr (6% vs median)

AI Risk Moderate (25% exposed)

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

ROI 14.1x earnings multiple (7.1x out-of-state)

Ranked #105 of 529 Health and Physical Education/Fitness programs Top 25%

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	$537K	$537K	$500K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	14.1x	14.1x	13.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.1x	7.1x	6.6x
Probability of Field Employment	42%	42%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	47	46	45

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$37,960

Out-of-state: $75,440 (7.1x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$74,436

-96% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,722

7.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$53,139

62% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $32,860/yr, edging above the $31,057 national average for Health and Physical Education/Fitness — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.

With a 14.1x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 7% 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 $21,722 against $32,860/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

Minnesota State University-Mankato ranks #105 among 529 Health and Physical Education/Fitness programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The $32,860-to-$53,139 earnings arc over five years reflects a 62% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Minnesota State University-Mankato

Minnesota State University-Mankato has a 91% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, enrolling 11,325 students in Mankato, MN.

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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 46/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Minnesota State University-Mankato?

At 46/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Health and Physical Education/Fitness programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

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

Among 529 Health and Physical Education/Fitness programs, Minnesota State University-Mankato's #105 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 →