Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Canisius University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Canisius University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Canisius University graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 49th 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 New York
Health and Physical Education/Fitness masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canisius University | $44,749 | $57,277 | — | — |
| CUNY Brooklyn College | $76,067 | — | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $63,418 | $86,423 | — | — |
| Manhattanville University | $50,801 | $57,166 | — | — |
| Adelphi University | $49,170 | — | — | — |
| State University of New York at Cortland | $47,093 | $55,341 | — | — |
| National Median | $44,909 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn | $7,452 | $76,067 | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $63,418 | — |
| Manhattanville University Purchase | $42,950 | $50,801 | — |
| Adelphi University Garden City | $47,290 | $49,170 | — |
| State University of New York at Cortland Cortland | $8,815 | $47,093 | — |
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 Canisius University, approximately 27% 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.