Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Murray State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky
Health and Physical Education/Fitness bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murray State University | $31,049* | $48,705 | $22,500 | — |
| Northern Kentucky University | $42,725* | $47,213 | $23,500 | 0.55 |
| Georgetown College | $37,620* | $36,911 | $27,000 | 0.72 |
| University of Louisville | $33,241* | $43,403 | $22,053 | 0.66 |
| University of the Cumberlands | $31,401* | $33,516 | $22,630 | 0.72 |
| Morehead State University | $30,696* | $42,293 | $25,946 | 0.85 |
| National Median | $30,554* | — | $25,757 | 0.84 |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in Kentucky
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $10,896 | $42,725 | $23,500 |
| Georgetown College Georgetown | $42,010 | $37,620 | $27,000 |
| University of Louisville Louisville | $12,828 | $33,241 | $22,053 |
| University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg | $9,875 | $31,401 | $22,630 |
| Morehead State University Morehead | $9,838 | $30,696 | $25,946 |
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 Murray State University, approximately 31% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 8 similar programs in KY. Actual outcomes may vary.