Health and Physical Education/Fitness at East Tennessee State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How East Tennessee State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
East Tennessee State University graduates earn $42k, placing them in the 35th 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 Tennessee
Health and Physical Education/Fitness masters's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State University | $42,318 | $46,061 | — | — |
| Tennessee Technological University | $47,339 | $44,714 | — | — |
| Tennessee State University | $44,988 | — | — | — |
| Austin Peay State University | $43,426 | $49,124 | — | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | $42,975 | $53,876 | — | — |
| Belmont University | $41,813 | $46,673 | — | — |
| National Median | $44,909 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Technological University Cookeville | $10,084 | $47,339 | — |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $8,568 | $44,988 | — |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $8,675 | $43,426 | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $13,484 | $42,975 | — |
| Belmont University Nashville | $41,320 | $41,813 | — |
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 East Tennessee State University, approximately 35% 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.