Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Appalachian State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Appalachian State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Appalachian State University graduates earn $38k, placing them in the 16th percentile of all health and physical education/fitness masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Health and Physical Education/Fitness masters's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian State University | $38,305 | $43,606 | — | — |
| Western Carolina University | $49,923 | — | — | — |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $47,637 | — | — | — |
| East Carolina University | $47,178 | $49,340 | — | — |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | $42,884 | — | — | — |
| North Carolina Central University | $41,694 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $44,909 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $4,532 | $49,923 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $47,637 | — |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $7,361 | $47,178 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $7,593 | $42,884 | — |
| North Carolina Central University Durham | $6,542 | $41,694 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Appalachian State University, approximately 26% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.