Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates compare to all programs nationally
Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates earn $52k, placing them in the 87th 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 Minnesota
Health and Physical Education/Fitness masters's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota State University-Mankato | $52,164 | $51,700 | — | — |
| Concordia University-Saint Paul | $44,321 | $54,265 | — | — |
| National Median | $44,909 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul | $25,000 | $44,321 | — |
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 Minnesota State University-Mankato, approximately 20% 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.