Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Western Carolina University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Western Carolina University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Western Carolina University graduates earn $50k, placing them in the 78th percentile of all health and physical education/fitness masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Health and Physical Education/Fitness masters's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Carolina University | $49,923 | — | — | — |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $47,637 | — | — | — |
| East Carolina University | $47,178 | $49,340 | — | — |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | $42,884 | — | — | — |
| North Carolina Central University | $41,694 | — | — | — |
| Wingate University | $41,320 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $44,909 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $47,637 | — |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $7,361 | $47,178 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $7,593 | $42,884 | — |
| North Carolina Central University Durham | $6,542 | $41,694 | — |
| Wingate University Wingate | $40,196 | $41,320 | — |
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 Western Carolina University, approximately 33% 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.