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
46
Optimistic
45
Base Case
44
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)
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)
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,750
6.9 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$52,215
60% growth from Year 1
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.
See all programs and financial aid at University of Northern Iowa →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.
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