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Health & Physical Education at University of Idaho

Moscow, ID · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Health and Physical Education/Fitness

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $27,484/yr (-12% vs median)

AI Risk Moderate (25% exposed)

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

ROI 16.0x earnings multiple (4.7x out-of-state)

Ranked #151 of 529 Health and Physical Education/Fitness programs Top 50%

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	$564K	$564K	$522K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	16.0x	16.0x	14.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.7x	4.7x	4.4x
Probability of Field Employment	42%	42%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	44	43	42

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$35,264

Out-of-state: $119,136 (4.7x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$55,128

-56% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,100

10.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$54,261

97% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $27,484/yr, Health & Physical Education graduates from University of Idaho land near the $31,057 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 16.0x 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 & Physical Education career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $24,100 against $27,484/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #151 ranking among 529 Health & Physical Education programs places University of Idaho in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $27,484-to-$54,261 earnings arc over five years reflects a 97% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Idaho

With 79% of applicants admitted, University of Idaho prioritizes broad access, with a mid-sized student body of 7,363 in Moscow, ID.

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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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Consider the Trade Route?

Trade programs often mean less time in school, lower student debt, and hands-on career paths that tend to be more resilient to AI disruption.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 43/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health & Physical Education at University of Idaho?

At 43/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Health & Physical Education programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

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