Program Analysis
Winthrop University's Health and Physical Education/Fitness program produces graduates earning $30,527/yr — within striking distance of the $31,057 national average for this field.
At 8.1x 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 7% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $27,000 debt-to-$30,527 income ratio translates to about 11 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #320 out of 529 programs, Winthrop 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 $30,527 to $48,959 over five years (60% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.