Health and Physical Education/Fitness at University of Akron Main Campus
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Akron Main Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Akron Main Campus graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 20th 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 Ohio
Health and Physical Education/Fitness masters's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Akron Main Campus | $39,461 | $50,374 | — | — |
| Ohio University-Main Campus | $55,675 | $56,404 | — | — |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $47,682 | — | — | — |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | $46,869 | — | — | — |
| Miami University-Oxford | $45,430 | $48,242 | — | — |
| Cleveland State University | $38,787 | $52,714 | — | — |
| National Median | $44,909 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio University-Main Campus Athens | $13,746 | $55,675 | — |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $47,682 | — |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $13,570 | $46,869 | — |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $45,430 | — |
| Cleveland State University Cleveland | $12,613 | $38,787 | — |
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 University of Akron Main Campus, approximately 29% 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.