Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Bryan University

Bryan University's health and fitness certificate stands out nationally but faces stiffer competition closer to home. First-year earnings of $29,856 place graduates in the 79th percentile nationwide—substantially above the national median of $24,195. The $11,000 debt load, while higher than the national program average, translates to a manageable 0.37 debt-to-earnings ratio. With robust data from 100+ graduates and three-quarters of students receiving Pell grants, this program appears to deliver solid value for students seeking quick workforce entry.

The picture becomes more nuanced when looking at Arizona specifically. That same $29,856 salary hits exactly the state median for this program, placing graduates in the 60th percentile—respectable but not exceptional among local competitors. For Arizona families weighing in-state options, this means Bryan delivers what you'd expect from a typical Arizona program in this field, nothing more or less.

The fundamental tradeoff here is clear: you're getting reliable workforce preparation at a cost that won't bury graduates in debt. The earnings aren't spectacular—fitness and physical education certificates generally lead to modest starting salaries—but the debt burden stays proportional to that reality. For students committed to this career path and comfortable with those salary expectations, Bryan offers a straightforward route without the financial risk that derails some certificate programs.