Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Milligan 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 Tennessee
Health and Physical Education/Fitness bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (31 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milligan University | — | $65,830 | $23,601 | — |
| Tennessee Technological University | $33,170 | $39,681 | $15,653 | 0.47 |
| Middle Tennessee State University | $32,966 | $42,215 | $23,500 | 0.71 |
| Belmont University | $32,464 | $37,714 | $20,000 | 0.62 |
| University of Memphis | $32,305 | $42,763 | $27,500 | 0.85 |
| Austin Peay State University | $31,846 | $36,870 | $25,000 | 0.79 |
| National Median | $30,554 | — | $25,757 | 0.84 |
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 | $33,170 | $15,653 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $9,506 | $32,966 | $23,500 |
| Belmont University Nashville | $41,320 | $32,464 | $20,000 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $10,344 | $32,305 | $27,500 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $8,675 | $31,846 | $25,000 |
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 Milligan University, approximately 23% 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.