Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Gardner-Webb University
Bachelor's Degree
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 bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (44 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner-Webb University | — | $43,815 | — | — |
| Meredith College | $38,525 | — | $26,000 | 0.67 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | $34,219 | $40,186 | $26,000 | 0.76 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $33,717 | $61,801 | $21,500 | 0.64 |
| Western Carolina University | $32,428 | $36,053 | $25,000 | 0.77 |
| Campbell University | $32,167 | $42,327 | $25,250 | 0.78 |
| National Median | $30,554 | — | $25,757 | 0.84 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meredith College Raleigh | $43,936 | $38,525 | $26,000 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $7,214 | $34,219 | $26,000 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $8,895 | $33,717 | $21,500 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $4,532 | $32,428 | $25,000 |
| Campbell University Buies Creek | $40,410 | $32,167 | $25,250 |
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 Gardner-Webb 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.