Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at East Texas Baptist 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 Texas colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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East Texas Baptist University (DMC)

101 Baldwin Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX

East Texas Baptist University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Marshall, Texas and operated as a private institution. The school's Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. East Texas Baptist University has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 1,200.

Areas of study offered at East Texas Baptist University include but are not limited to:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to East Texas Baptist University. Scores between 18 - 22 on the ACT or 840 - 1040 on the SAT are recommended to increase the chance of getting accepted. 57% of applicants are accepted to this school, of which 51% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $23,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $2,700 each year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The mascot for East Texas Baptist University is the "Tigers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)
• Softball (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the school's http://www.etbu.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. East Texas Baptist University 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

Salary & Wages

• Corpus Christi, TX
  • Total Employment: 930
  • Average Annual Salary: $57280

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

• Corpus Christi, TX
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $55240

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