Health and Physical Education/Fitness at University of Florida-Online

University of Florida-Online graduates earn $39,717 in their first year—30% more than the typical Florida health and physical education graduate and nearly $10,000 above the national median. Among the 31 Florida programs, this ties for first place. Even more impressive, these graduates carry just $19,982 in debt, well below both state and national averages, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.50 that most programs in this field can't match.

The earnings trajectory looks solid too, climbing to $50,460 by year four—a 27% increase that suggests graduates are advancing in their careers rather than plateauing. The combination of strong starting salaries, manageable debt, and steady growth makes this one of the most financially viable paths in this field. The robust sample size (100+ graduates) adds confidence that these outcomes are consistent, not flukes.

For families concerned about the typical "starving teacher" narrative in health and PE, this program breaks the mold. You're getting access to UF's brand and network through a flexible online format, with debt levels that won't force your child into financial stress early in their career. This is exactly the kind of outcome you hope for—strong earnings relative to debt, with room to grow.