Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Northeastern University Professional Programs
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northeastern University Professional Programs graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northeastern University Professional Programs graduates earn $53k, placing them in the 92th 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 Massachusetts
Health and Physical Education/Fitness masters's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University Professional Programs | $53,373 | $58,176 | — | — |
| Northeastern University | $53,373 | $58,176 | — | — |
| Boston College | $51,092 | — | — | — |
| Springfield College | $44,612 | $49,450 | — | — |
| Lasell University | $44,366 | $48,221 | — | — |
| Smith College | $43,642 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $44,909 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University Boston | $63,141 | $53,373 | — |
| Boston College Chestnut Hill | $67,680 | $51,092 | — |
| Springfield College Springfield | $43,707 | $44,612 | — |
| Lasell University Newton | $26,000 | $44,366 | — |
| Smith College Northampton | $61,568 | $43,642 | — |
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 Northeastern University Professional Programs, approximately 4% 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.