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Health & Physical Education at University of Akron Main Campus

Akron, OH · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Health and Physical Education/Fitness

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $28,659/yr (-8% vs median)

AI Risk Moderate (25% exposed)

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

ROI 10.0x earnings multiple (7.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #316 of 529 Health and Physical Education/Fitness programs

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	$510K	$510K	$478K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.0x	10.0x	9.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.4x	7.4x	6.9x
Probability of Field Employment	42%	42%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	36	35	34

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$51,196

Out-of-state: $68,956 (7.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$59,924

-17% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$28,900

12.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$47,189

65% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $28,659/yr, roughly in line with the $31,057 national median for Health & Physical Education. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

A 10.0x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 6% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Health & Physical Education career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At a 1.0x debt-to-first-year-earnings ratio, loan repayment extends well beyond graduation. Financial aid and income-driven plans become important considerations.

A #316 ranking among 529 Health & Physical Education programs places University of Akron Main Campus in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $28,659-to-$47,189 earnings arc over five years reflects a 65% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Akron Main Campus

University of Akron Main Campus accepts 71% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, enrolling 10,011 students in Akron, OH.

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 35/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health & Physical Education at University of Akron Main Campus?

At 35/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Health & Physical Education programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

What's the payoff timeline for a Health & Physical Education degree from University of Akron Main Campus?

At $28,900 in median debt, graduates carry 12 months of starting salary in loans. Income-driven repayment plans may be relevant for many borrowers.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →