Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at Bethany College – Lindsborg 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 Kansas colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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Bethany College – Lindsborg

1020 N 2nd St, Atchison, KS

Bethany College is a nonprofit private university that has a fair number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Lindsborg, Kansas, in a predominantly rural area. The school's Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Bethany College, with only about 600 students enrolled, provides a low student to teacher ratio and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.

Areas of study offered at Bethany College include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Education
• Social Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 1240 - 1540 for the SAT exam and within the range of 19 - 25 on the ACT is common among students accepted to Bethany College. Approximately 60 percent of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 31 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at bethanylb.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $24,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $3,800 per year. Some students at Bethany College may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Bethany College "Swedes" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Available sports offered may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bethany College – Lindsborg offers a bachelor's degree program in physical education.

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

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

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

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