Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $40,453 put University of the Incarnate Word's Health and Physical Education/Fitness program 30% above the national median of $31,057 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.
The 3.6x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 25% task exposure — and the 6% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $27,593 debt-to-$40,453 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #260 out of 529 programs, University of the Incarnate Word's Health and Physical Education/Fitness offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
The five-year earnings trajectory from $40,453 to $52,119 shows 29% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.