Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at Azusa Pacific University prepares students for careers teaching physical education in elementary, middle, or secondary school. The program focuses on planning and implementing a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional strategies to develop physically educated individuals, based on state and national standards. Program courses include: personal health and wellness, foundation of movement and motor activities, biology, prevention and care of athletic injuries, and individual and team sports skills. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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Azusa Pacific University

707 Broadway-Ste 300, San Diego, CA

APU, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Azusa, CA, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The Nondenominational Christian affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Approximately 9,300 students are enrolled yearly at APU.

Areas of study offered at Azusa Pacific University include but are not limited to:

• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Communications And Journalism

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by the admissions office. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score in a range of 990 - 1200 on the SAT, or 21 - 27 for the ACT is common among admitted students. APU has an acceptance rate of about 51% of which only 31% chose to enroll. More information on the APU admissions process can be obtained via the school's portal or by requesting information here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $33,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Student housing is available for students and costs around $5,500 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

The Azusa Pacific University "Cougars" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)

Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Azusa Pacific University has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Annual Salary: $79800

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Annual Salary: $65420

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 9
  • Average Annual Salary: $74910

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).