Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Georgia State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Georgia State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Georgia State University graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 53th 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 Georgia
Health and Physical Education/Fitness masters's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia State University | $45,380 | $50,216 | — | — |
| University of North Georgia | $47,942 | — | — | — |
| Georgia Southern University | $47,347 | $53,670 | — | — |
| University of Georgia | $39,610 | $52,383 | — | — |
| Kennesaw State University | $38,269 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $44,909 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $5,009 | $47,942 | — |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $5,905 | $47,347 | — |
| University of Georgia Athens | $11,180 | $39,610 | — |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $38,269 | — |
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 Georgia State University, approximately 50% 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.