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Data derived specifically from PUMS raw data for Physical Fitness Parks Recreation And Leisure.

Entry Level Salary
$34,891
Median Salary
$76,534
Unemployment Rate
3.1%
Avg: 2.2%
Underemployment Rate
36.5%
Working non-college jobs

Earnings Trajectory

Lifetime: $3,061,360
Entry (Early)
$34,891
Median (Prime)
$76,534
High (Prime)
$77,713

ROI Sensitivity Analysis
Assuming 4 Years to Graduation

This analysis tests three "What-If" scenarios. While most students start at the Entry Level, calculating ROI using Median and High salaries helps illustrate the potential long-term payoff for top performers relative to the degree cost.

Lifetime Value Added (NPV)

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
-141k
+215k
+225k
$25k / yr
-231k
+125k
+135k
$50k / yr
-321k
+35k
+45k

Break-even Age

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
Never
28
27
$25k / yr
Never
36
35
$50k / yr
Never
51
49

Return on Investment %

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
0%
$25k / yr
-213%
115%
124%
$50k / yr
-148%
16%
21%
Sensitivity Analysis Methodology: These grids assume you begin your career earning the salary specified in the column header (Entry Level = conservative baseline, Median/High = potential upside).
Important Note: Your ROI with any major will depend on the cost you pay to attend the program, and your starting salary. Both vary significantly across institutions. We encourage you to explore the ROI of a specific program variant by selecting the Program title of the credential level you are interested in. You will then have a more detailed return analysis for programs at specific institutions. We also encourage you to use the ROI calculator, or for more sophisticated analysis, the Guided ROI Interview, with your specific estimates of cost and salary.

Education Impact

Advanced Degree Rate31.7%
Analysis: Most graduates enter the workforce directly with a Bachelor's degree.

Top Professions

Physical therapists

5.2% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$67,681
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$80,104|$101,020
openings
13,200 /yr
Growth (10yr): +10.9%

Elementary and middle school teachers

4.1% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$44,500
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$58,994|$62,500
openings
132,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): -2%

Management occupations

3.5% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$44,836
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$76,011|$122,090
openings
1,147,900 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.1%

Secondary school teachers

3.2% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$43,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$61,903|$64,530
openings
72,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): -1.6%

Exercise trainers and group fitness instructors

2.6% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$24,778
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$30,700|$46,180
openings
74,200 /yr
Growth (10yr): +11.9%

Registered nurses

2.4% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$49,083
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$70,000|$93,600
openings
189,100 /yr
Growth (10yr): +4.9%

Coaches and scouts

2.2% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$22,510
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$43,669|$45,920
openings
41,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.4%

Physicians

1.7% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$61,903
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$166,600|N/A
openings
22,300 /yr
Growth (10yr): +2.8%

Education and childcare administrators

1.7% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$31,238
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$71,735|$100,650
openings
45,600 /yr
Growth (10yr): -0.3%

Customer service representatives

1.7% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$29,263
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$45,432|$42,830
openings
341,700 /yr
Growth (10yr): -5.5%

About this Data:

  • Entry: Median salary for graduates aged 27 and under (PUMS).
  • Median (PUMS | BLS): Comparison of this major's graduates vs. the national market average for the role.
  • Growth & Openings: 10-year national projections (2024–2034).

Program Variants & Earnings Ranges

Summary of specific program titles and credential levels mapped to this major, showing the range of earnings across different colleges.

Completers Only: Federal median earnings data strictly reflects outcomes for students who successfully graduated. Students who do not complete their degree typically earn significantly less and face higher risks of debt default.

Program TitleCredential Level# CollegesMedian Earnings Range
leisure and recreational activities.Undergrad Certificate8Data N/A
leisure and recreational activities.Associate's Degree9Data N/A
leisure and recreational activities.Bachelor's Degree16$39,609 - $54,813
leisure and recreational activities.Master's Degree3Data N/A
leisure and recreational activities.Level 993$46,155 - $46,155
outdoor education.Undergrad Certificate1Data N/A
outdoor education.Bachelor's Degree15$35,579 - $39,598
outdoor education.Master's Degree4Data N/A
parks, recreation, and leisure facilities management.Undergrad Certificate15Data N/A
parks, recreation, and leisure facilities management.Associate's Degree24$34,693 - $49,048
parks, recreation, and leisure facilities management.Bachelor's Degree93$37,436 - $64,497
parks, recreation, and leisure facilities management.Master's Degree27$51,883 - $75,025
parks, recreation, and leisure facilities management.Graduate Certificate1Data N/A
parks, recreation, and leisure studies.Associate's Degree16$30,327 - $37,340
parks, recreation, and leisure studies.Bachelor's Degree109$36,135 - $75,181
parks, recreation, and leisure studies.Master's Degree20$47,469 - $62,051
parks, recreation, and leisure studies.Level 991$54,041 - $54,041