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Health & Physical Education at University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, IA · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Health and Physical Education/Fitness

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $32,709/yr (5% vs median)

AI Risk Moderate (25% exposed)

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

ROI 13.7x earnings multiple (6.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #122 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 & Physical Education graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$531K	$531K	$495K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	13.7x	13.7x	12.7x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.2x	6.2x	5.8x
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)

$38,912

Out-of-state: $85,088 (6.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$58,436

-50% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$18,750

6.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$52,215

60% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $32,709/yr, edging above the $31,057 national average for Health & Physical Education — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.

With a 13.7x 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 $18,750 against $32,709/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

University of Northern Iowa ranks #122 among 529 Health & Physical Education programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The $32,709-to-$52,215 earnings arc over five years reflects a 60% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Northern Iowa

University of Northern Iowa has a 94% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, serving 7,599 students in Cedar Falls, IA.

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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 45/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Health & Physical Education at University of Northern Iowa?

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 Northern Iowa one of the best schools for Health & Physical Education?

Among 529 Health & Physical Education programs, University of Northern Iowa's #122 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 →