Program Analysis
Graduates of Ashford University's Health and Physical Education/Fitness program earn $44,513/yr in their first year — 43% above the $31,057 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.
At 9.3x the cost of in-state tuition, the ten-year earnings outlook represents a strong return. Not exceptional, but meaningfully positive.
AI risk is moderate — 25% task exposure — and the 6% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $35,500 debt-to-$44,513 income ratio translates to about 10 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #70 out of 529 programs, Ashford University's Health and Physical Education/Fitness program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.
Earnings growth is modest: $44,513 to $48,277 over five years (8% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.