Health and Physical Education/Fitness at University of Virginia-Main Campus
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Virginia-Main Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Virginia-Main Campus graduates earn $54k, placing them in the 95th 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 Virginia
Health and Physical Education/Fitness masters's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $54,185 | $61,775 | — | — |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | $45,781 | $56,825 | — | — |
| Old Dominion University | $45,202 | — | — | — |
| James Madison University | $45,101 | $52,946 | — | — |
| Liberty University | $44,437 | $47,917 | — | — |
| George Mason University | $38,077 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $44,909 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $16,458 | $45,781 | — |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $12,262 | $45,202 | — |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $13,576 | $45,101 | — |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $21,222 | $44,437 | — |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $13,815 | $38,077 | — |
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 Virginia-Main Campus, approximately 14% 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.