Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Western Michigan University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Western Michigan University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Western Michigan University graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 42th 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 Michigan
Health and Physical Education/Fitness masters's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan University | $43,628 | $49,851 | — | — |
| Michigan State University | $46,512 | $50,254 | — | — |
| Wayne State University | $45,568 | $40,200 | — | — |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | $41,473 | $53,675 | — | — |
| Central Michigan University | $40,970 | $53,230 | — | — |
| National Median | $44,909 | — | — | — |
Other Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $46,512 | — |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $14,297 | $45,568 | — |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $17,228 | $41,473 | — |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $40,970 | — |
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 Michigan University, approximately 25% 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.