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

Entry Level Salary
$36,028
Median Salary
$78,946
Unemployment Rate
3.0%
Avg: 2.2%
Underemployment Rate
36.1%
Working non-college jobs

Earnings Trajectory

Lifetime: $3,157,840
Entry (Early)
$36,028
Median (Prime)
$78,946
High (Prime)
$80,292

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
-132k
+237k
+248k
$25k / yr
-222k
+147k
+158k
$50k / yr
-312k
+57k
+68k

Break-even Age

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
Never
27
27
$25k / yr
Never
34
34
$50k / yr
Never
46
45

Return on Investment %

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
0%
∞
∞
$25k / yr
-204%
135%
145%
$50k / yr
-143%
26%
31%
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).

These figures are medians for past graduates who received federal aid. Your cost and pay will differ. Run your own numbers in the Guided ROI Interview →

Education Impact

Advanced Degree Rate32.4%
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
$69,998
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$80,388|$102,760
openings
13,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): +11.9%

Elementary and middle school teachers

4.2% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$44,938
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$58,951|$64,170
openings
127,300 /yr
Growth (10yr): -0.4%

Management occupations

3.4% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$45,017
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$79,316|$126,520
openings
1,081,700 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.2%

Secondary school teachers

3.3% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$43,900
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$63,721|$70,930
openings
70,000 /yr
Growth (10yr): -0.2%

Exercise trainers and group fitness instructors

2.4% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$25,081
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$31,578|$47,160
openings
68,000 /yr
Growth (10yr): +7.3%

Registered nurses

2.4% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$57,928
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$72,057|$97,550
openings
180,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.6%

Coaches and scouts

2.1% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$25,734
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$46,322|$47,320
openings
36,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.1%

Physicians

1.9% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$63,239
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$170,877|$271,090
openings
20,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +3.6%

Education and childcare administrators

1.7% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$37,514
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$74,115|$102,260
openings
44,100 /yr
Growth (10yr): +0.1%

Customer service representatives

1.6% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$30,123
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$46,343|$44,770
openings
289,500 /yr
Growth (10yr): -5.3%

About this Data:

  • Entry: Median salary for graduates aged 22 to 27 (American Community Survey).
  • Median (PUMS | BLS): Comparison of this major's graduates vs. the national market average for the role.
  • Growth & Openings: 10-year national projections (2025–2035).

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 Certificate4Data N/A
leisure and recreational activities.Associate's Degree5Data N/A
leisure and recreational activities.Bachelor's Degree7$39,609 - $42,292
leisure and recreational activities.Master's Degree2Data N/A
outdoor education.Undergrad Certificate1Data N/A
outdoor education.Bachelor's Degree15$35,579 - $39,598
outdoor education.Master's Degree3Data N/A
parks, recreation, and leisure facilities management.Undergrad Certificate12Data N/A
parks, recreation, and leisure facilities management.Associate's Degree22$34,693 - $49,048
parks, recreation, and leisure facilities management.Bachelor's Degree91$37,436 - $64,497
parks, recreation, and leisure facilities management.Master's Degree26$51,883 - $75,025
parks, recreation, and leisure facilities management.Graduate Certificate1Data N/A
parks, recreation, and leisure studies.Associate's Degree14$30,327 - $37,340
parks, recreation, and leisure studies.Bachelor's Degree100$36,135 - $75,624
parks, recreation, and leisure studies.Master's Degree17$47,469 - $62,051