Program Analysis
Graduates earn $31,005/yr, roughly in line with the $31,057 national median for Health and Physical Education/Fitness. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.
The 3.5x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 25% task exposure — and the 6% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $27,000 debt-to-$31,005 income ratio translates to about 10 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #430 out of 529 programs, Malone University's financial outcomes for Health and Physical Education/Fitness trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth from $31,005 to $47,798 over five years (54% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.