Health & Physical Education at University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Health and Physical Education/Fitness
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
46
Optimistic
45
Base Case
44
Pessimistic
Earnings
$28,934/yr (-7% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (25% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (128,800 openings/yr)
ROI
14.8x earnings multiple (5.0x 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 | $577K | $577K | $533K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 14.8x | 14.8x | 13.7x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 5.0x | 5.0x | 4.6x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 42% | 42% | 34% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 46 | 45 | 44 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$38,992
Out-of-state: $115,088 (5.0x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$23,000
9.5 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$56,890
97% growth from Year 1
About University of Arkansas
University of Arkansas has a 72% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, with 27,312 students enrolled in Fayetteville, AR.
See all programs and financial aid at University of Arkansas →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 45/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health & Physical Education at University of Arkansas?
At 45/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Health & Physical Education programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Is University of Arkansas one of the best schools for Health & Physical Education?
Among 529 Health & Physical Education programs, University of Arkansas's #116 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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