Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Endicott College

Endicott's Health and Physical Education program starts rough but transforms dramatically—graduates see their earnings nearly double from $30,338 to $57,662 between years one and four. That 90% jump is exceptional and suggests graduates are moving beyond entry-level coaching or fitness instructor roles into higher-paying positions in athletic administration, corporate wellness, or specialized training.

The catch is that first year. At $30,338, starting earnings trail Massachusetts peers by about $3,000, landing in just the 40th percentile statewide. When programs at UMass-Boston and Fitchburg State immediately deliver $37,000+, Endicott's slower start matters—especially if your student needs to begin repaying that $27,000 in debt right away. However, the 0.89 debt-to-earnings ratio at graduation is manageable, and debt here is notably lower than most bachelor's programs nationally (5th percentile).

The real question is whether your student can weather those early years financially. If they're willing to hustle through an initial period of lower pay—perhaps working multiple part-time roles or pursuing additional certifications—the trajectory looks promising. By year four, they're earning substantially more than the state median. But families expecting immediate financial stability should look carefully at those first-year numbers and have a plan for covering living expenses while building experience.